A Texas man is in a world of hassle for allegedly stalking Caitlin Clark … after officers say he contacted the WNBA celebrity with threats and sexually express messages on social media — after which drove to Indianapolis.

55-year-old Michael Lewis was taken into custody and charged with stalking (a Stage 5 felony) in Indianapolis on Sunday … after cops say they traced his exercise to a lodge within the space.

Indianapolis Metropolitan PD says officers first made contact with Lewis final week … and he downplayed the character of the messages — claiming they had been extra fantasy than actuality. He additionally acknowledged he was solely in Indianapolis on trip.

Even after he was requested to cease, officers say the messages continued … main legislation enforcement to take swift motion.

Clark herself raised her concern when chatting with cops, in accordance with courtroom paperwork obtained by TMZ Sports activities … and stated she even adjusted her public look schedule out of worry for her security.

A number of of Lewis’ alleged messages to Clark had been additionally included within the docs … they usually’re disturbing.

A few of them point out being close to CC’s residence … with Lewis allegedly stating, “been driving round your home 3x a day..however don’t name the legislation simply but, the publc is allowed to drive by gainbridge..aka Caitlin’s Fieldhouse.”

“im getting tickets. Im sitting behind the bench..and im gonna f em up…watch me….cool down Michael..ur caught in snow,” one other stated.

Marion County prosecutor Ryan Mears addressed the matter in an announcement Monday … saying, “It takes a whole lot of braveness for girls to return ahead in these instances, which is why many do not. In doing so, the sufferer is setting an instance for all girls who need to reside and work in Indy with out the specter of sexual violence.”

Officers additionally filed a stay-away order and a movement for better than customary bond.