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Alleged victim reports Daejon Love to 49ers in Dec 2025
Woman claims she reported Daejon Love to 49ers in December 2025 after he allegedly posed as a player and defrauded women.
In brief
Woman claims she reported Daejon Love to 49ers in December 2025 after he allegedly posed as a player and defrauded women. 49ers received report of Daejon Love impersonating players in December 2025 but took no action until his arrest in August 2026. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Reported to 49ers
Gwen Herndon submitted a complaint to the 49ers on December 20, 2025, alleging Daejon Love impersonated a player and defrauded women.
“there is a federal investigation surrounding a man pretending to be a 49ers player”
49ers response
The 49ers acknowledged the report but stated they could not comment on ongoing investigations or specific individuals.
“we take reports of individuals misrepresenting themselves as members of the san francisco 49ers very seriously”
Arrest timeline
Daejon Love and Taylor Chan were arrested on August 24, 2026, after defrauding over 60 women of $1.3 million.
“they defrauded more than two dozen women out of approximately $1.3 million”
49ers action
The 49ers promised to monitor impersonation and take action to protect fans and the team’s reputation.
“we encourage you to contact the appropriate agencies directly”
Reported issue
Herndon reported Love stole money from women and damaged the 49ers’ reputation through impersonation.
“he is severely damaging the reputation of your team”
49ers stance
The 49ers declined to confirm the exchange with Herndon or comment further on the matter.
“the team cannot comment on ongoing investigations or specific individuals”
What matters most
49ers received report of Daejon Love impersonating players in December 2025 but took no action until his arrest in August 2026.
