Alleged stalker admits calling Cusack

LOS ANGELES, July 12 (UPI) -- A woman who allegedly stalked John Cusack has admitted in a Los Angeles court she attempted to contact the actor while incarcerated.

Emily Leatherman, 33, admitted calling the "Identity" star while being held by authorities pending a Friday court hearing, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Ann Ambrose had accused Leatherman of making the phone calls, a violation of a restraining order issued against her.

The accusation and ensuing confession came during a hearing to see if Leatherman is mentally fit to stand trial for related stalking charges.

As a result of the confession by Leatherman, who is acting as her own attorney, Ambrose said she would attempt to revoke the defendant's phone privileges if she violates the order again.

The Times said the presiding judge in the case postponed a ruling on Leatherman's mental state until a later date.