LEWISTON, ID – A man is facing felony stalking charges following an escalating pattern of alleged harassment, threats, and repeated violations of a no contact order, according to court documents.

Joseph R. Jordan, 44, was arrested on Thursday, charged with first-degree stalking. The charge stems from alleged repeated and threatening contact with a Lewiston woman, despite multiple protective orders issued by the court since November 2024.

According to Lewiston Police reports and affidavits submitted to the court, Jordan is accused of sending approximately 176 audio and text messages to the victim over the 24-hour period prior to his arrest. Many of the messages contained threats, including death threats and abusive language. He also allegedly used multiple phone numbers and internet phone applications to bypass the victim’s efforts to block him.

The victim contacted police on Wednesday to report ongoing harassment. She told officers that she feared for her safety and the safety of her children. She reported that Jordan had previously driven by her residence, revving his truck engine, and had made threats to harm her.

During his arrest at a residence on Lapwai Road, officers located a loaded handgun in Jordan’s pocket. The court documents indicate that he was also actively messaging the victim just prior to his the arrest.

During a phone call to a third party that took place in front of police, Jordan allegedly said, “I’m going to kill her. No, I’m not. I’m not really going to kill her, but I’m just really angry with her right now.” He later admitted to investigators that he had threatened the victim “several times,” though he claimed he did not intend to act on those threats.

Detectives also documented prior incidents dating back to November 2024, including trespassing, telephone harassment, and an earlier stalking charge. Jordan had previously been served with both civil and criminal no contact orders prohibiting him from contacting the victim.

Prosecutors noted in court filings that Jordan poses a significant threat to the victim’s safety and that his behavior has continued to escalate.  Prosecutors also cited Jordan’s repeated violations, access to firearms, and “complete disregard” for court orders in recommending a $500,000 bail.  Despite that recommendation, Judge Karin Seubert set bail at just $50,000 during Jordan’s initial court appearance on Friday.

Jordan is due back in court on June 25 for a preliminary hearing.