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Physical Stalking

Stalking is two or more incidents of unwanted contact that causes the victim to feel alarm, distress or in fear of violence. Stalking is motivated by a fixation and obsession and can impact your daily life.

Think FOUR: Fixated, Obsessive,
Unwanted, Repeated

Contact the helpline 0808 802 0300

What physical stalking can look like

It is important to note that stalking behaviours often overlap, and you may be experiencing more than one type of stalking at the same time. This includes cyberstalking and vexatious complaints.

Following you

Following you in public places or while you travel.

Showing up

Repeatedly showing up at places in your routine, such as your home, work, gym or school.

“Chance” encounters

Creating repeated “chance” encounters that seem deliberate.

Unwanted gifts

Leaving unwanted gifts, notes or other items for you.

Impact on friends and family

Using friends and families to gather information about you or keep track of you.

Trespassing

Entering or remaining on your property without permission.

Signs a pattern may be concerning include:

  • The stalker has been told to stop but continues
  • Behaviour escalates and evolves over time
  • The victim starts to feel increasingly unsafe

Trust your gut. If you are concerned get in touch. If you feel in danger, call 999 immediately, the police emergency service.

Am I being stalked?

If you are unsure if you are being stalked, this tool will provide further guidance and information including next steps.

Start the assessment

Relevant Resources:

Online stalking/ cyberstalking

Learn about the signs of online stalking and what it can look like.

Learn more

Reporting stalking to the police

Get guidance and information about making a report to the police.

Learn more

Stalking advocacy

Learn about the support options available.

Learn more

More resources

Support is available

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