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Craig Melvin and Al Roker Secure Restraining Order After 'Today' Studio Intrusion

Craig Melvin and Al Roker Secure Restraining Order After 'Today' Studio Intrusion
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Craig Melvin and Al Roker have obtained a restraining order against Andrew Truelove, the man accused of storming the "Today" show studio on Thursday.

The protective order was granted by a judge, according to Truelove's attorney, Lawrence Gerzog. It requires Truelove to stay away from both NBC hosts and their homes.

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Truelove is currently held at Rikers Island on $20,000 bail, facing multiple hate crime charges.

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He allegedly bypassed security at the NBC studio, asked for Al Roker, and then confronted Craig Melvin in a restricted area.

Police say he lunged at Melvin while yelling racial epithets.

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On Friday's broadcast, Melvin addressed the incident, expressing gratitude that the suspect was arrested and no one was injured.

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Truelove has a lengthy criminal history, including a felony conviction, according to TMZ.

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