A 21-year-old San Antonio man is behind bars after investigators say he spent nearly two years bombarding a local woman with explicit FaceTime calls, exposing himself on camera and refusing to back off even after she tried to block him. The harassment allegedly started in 2024 and kept coming, rattling the victim enough that deputies launched a digital paper trail hunt across multiple online accounts to figure out who was on the other end of the screen.
An arrest affidavit names the suspect as 21-year-old De'Ante Wilcher and states that he admitted placing the calls and exposing himself during the FaceTime sessions. According to the document, the victim did not know Wilcher or how he got her information. She noted distinctive tattoos that were visible during the calls, and detectives later spotted matching ink on a man at a west-side apartment complex. Deputies say Wilcher used several email accounts to slip past call blocks and told investigators he was using a tablet at his mother's apartment. He remains in jail on a 30,000 dollar bond, according to KENS‑TV.
What Texas Law Says About Stalking
Under Texas law, stalking is defined as a repeated course of conduct aimed at a specific person. When those elements are met, it is charged as a third-degree felony. As detailed in Texas Penal Code §42.072, prosecutors can bring felony stalking charges based on that pattern of behavior. The punishment range for a third-degree felony is two to ten years in prison and a possible fine of up to 10,000 dollars, according to Texas Penal Code §12.34.
Tech-Enabled Stalking And What Victims Can Do
When harassment moves onto phones and apps, it can feel relentless, but it also leaves a trail. Advocates say victims should document every incident, including call logs, screenshots, and any identifying details such as visible tattoos, since those records can become crucial evidence. Guidance on tech-facilitated abuse recommends storing that information safely and using incident logs to keep it organized. WomensLaw.org and similar tech-safety resources offer practical tips and links to specialized support. If you or someone you know is being harassed digitally, those sites and local law enforcement can help point to ways to preserve evidence and seek protective orders.
Wilcher's case is still in its early stages, and prosecutors will decide whether to pursue formal indictments and set a court date as the investigation plays out. For updates or to review arrest records, the Bexar County Sheriff's Office provides a magistrate search and public records pages that list recent bookings. Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact investigators through official channels.
