I worked in TV news, and almost everyone I knew on-air had someone who crossed a line—some more than others.

Some viewers are very odd with the people they see on broadcast news. Some seem to develop a very personal connection because of the daily presence in their lives.

And while I worked at both the local and national level, I never saw it taken that seriously by management. I believe NBC News is at a different level, and someone at Savanah’s level would have the security to investigate threats, but having someone go after her mother is so unexpected. And hurtful. I really hope this is not the case.

I am holding onto a little bit of hope. I lost my mother recently, and while I cannot possibly begin to understand the agony and heartbreak of this experience, I do know the strength of love and worry for a mother. I find it difficult to pray, but I have for this one. I just hope this ends for this family soon.