Stalking is a serious crime that casts a shadow of fear over more than 1 million Americans each year, and can take a wide variety of forms. You might be followed, threatened or harassed; find damage to your property; or have your phone or online activity monitored. You might not even realize you are being stalked, or that this is even a crime. But trust your instincts: if you ever feel threatened, nervous or unsafe from someone else’s actions, take it seriously. These situations can be very dangerous.
The National Center for Victims of Crime have developed an online Stalking Resource Center to help you take action against a stalker, and regain control of your life.
- Take threats seriously and always trust your instincts if you feel you could be in danger.
- Contact a crisis hotline, such as a domestic violence or rape crisis program.
- Create a safety plan.
- Don’t respond or communicate with a stalker.
- Keep all evidence of the stalking, including notes or e-mails, dates and locations of any contact, or photos of damages to your property.
- Contact the police: every state has stalking laws in place.
Check out the National Center for Victims of Crime’s online stalking resource center for more tips and materials to help you fight back against a stalker.
7 Comments on "Stalking Is A Crime: Take Action Today"
kristy stauffer
this article was a good one it does happen even when you think these people are your friends they are not some just get a rise out of seeing people online scared some take it too far and hurt people for the fun of it so i agree with this article it was a good article to read and i learned alot
janet
its good to know that stalking is crime here, im asian race and i was new here in america, thats why im aware of this because i saw some people stared at me when i walk or i experience some guys inside their car turning around and round in our streets and staring at me or when with other asian friend too. i learn this kind of things going on.
ash
this is a very good video Mr.John Walsh
i’ve learned alot about how serious this is so now i will let my friends know what to do and how to be careful on the internet. i will also be careful and use the tips that you give out to people on your show. i will also never go on chat sites and i defently promise to never give away my info to anybody i dont know.i also promise to never go with somebody i’ve met online.i also watch your show every saturday.
Marusch
Keep up the good work. God bless.
William Kiehn
AMW is a very good website on the computer, and on television. People like myself learn about different situations concerning human behavior, especially in today’s society. I have been studying human behavior since 1972, and my knowledge has increased very much with information and programs like this.
cascade
been there. so very scarey…creepy. Up-town, I have severial stores, where I know them enough to go hide and call the police. make sure your Apartment and or house is safe. Sites all over the web that help you be as safe as possible. records of every encounter, in a notebook or two is very needed. And CALL for help! Keeping family and close friends updated is a must. Even to the point of when you leave and come home. The staulker will probably know. Don’t you think your family and friends should.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS: if your member or friend shares the scarey thing of being followed,and stalked.CARE ENOUGH to help set up a home base and phone line help. DO YOU WANT THEM ALIVE?…..OR DEAD
Mrs. Dang
Dear Mr. John Walsh,
I have experienced this situation. My stalker began stalking me in 2005. He chased behind me several times and one time he chased me to my house.I just seen him at a pharmacy when I was buying medicine for younger son. He drives a red Nissan and I just seen him yesterday at Barnes along with my children. Anytime he sees me, he would circle around my car. What should I do?
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