In the small town of Atherton, in San Mateo County, California, USA, a quiet and luxurious community, an eye-popping incident took place. It is home to many celebrities and social elites, including Golden State Warriors basketball superstar Stephen Curry. However, who would have thought that Curry's mansion would become a dream chase place for a Chinese student.
The international student's name is Gao Sheng, an 18-year-old young man from China who is currently studying in the United States. According to rumors, Gao Sheng has always had a love for basketball, especially a big fan of Stephen Curry. However, his path to stardom has taken an unusual path.
One afternoon, Gao Sheng decided to go to Curry's mansion in person, hoping to see the idol in person and ask for autographs. He took the bus to Atherton, asked residents for directions, and eventually found Curry's home. The moment Gao Sheng rang the doorbell of the mansion, he may not have realized that his actions had crossed the line.
However, what is unbelievable is that the door of the mansion slowly opened, as if signaling to Gao Sheng to move forward. Gao Sheng hesitated, but finally stepped into this mysterious territory. He walked through the wide porch and into the interior of the mansion.
At this time, Curry's nanny spotted Gao Sheng's intrusion, and she was surprised to ask him about his purpose. Gao Sheng said slightly nervously, he just wanted to see Curry and ask for an autograph. Although the nanny was surprised, she politely asked Gao Sheng to leave. However, this incident did not end there.
The local ** quickly intervened in the investigation. They confirmed Gao Sheng's identity through surveillance footage and the babysitter's testimony. He was charged with allegedly trespassing into a dwelling, which is a serious charge. However, when questioned by prosecutors, Gao Sheng candidly expressed his admiration for Curry and explained why he broke into the mansion.
It is understood that Gao Sheng did not take any items with him and did not cause any damage to the mansion. He seems to have just been carried away by the enthusiasm of chasing stars and made an impulsive move. The prosecution charged him with aggravated trespass, but not burglary or other more serious offences because he had no evidence that he committed theft or other felonies.
However, this incident has sparked widespread concern and discussion. Some people think that Gao Sheng's behavior is just the impulse of young people and that there is no need to be too harsh;while others believe that he should be held accountable for his actions and punished by the law.
San Mateo County District Attorney Steve Vogstafi said they will handle the case in accordance with the law. Under California law, the sentence for trespassing is generally six months, while the sentence for aggravated trespass can be up to one year. However, the specific verdict still needs to wait for the court.
At the same time, the Curries also expressed concern about the incident. They emailed Atherton's ** to express concerns about their family's safety and privacy and asked for a reconsideration of plans to develop a high-density residential complex near the residence. This incident undoubtedly brought unnecessary trouble and distress to their family life.
This incident is not just an ordinary case of trespassing, but also raises people's thoughts about celebrity privacy and public safety. Celebrities' home addresses and private spaces should be protected, while fans and the public should respect their right to privacy.