"The number of stalking offences charged by the CPS have more than doubled in the last five years and reached an all-time high last year. We know that as more of our lives are lived online, the way stalkers offend is changing."
"Almost half of those contacting a specialist helpline run by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust charity reported being stalked by an ex-partner, while many others knew the perpetrator."
"Stalking is often part of domestic abuse, especially after a relationship has ended, and it can be a clear warning sign that risk is escalating. Technology is making this even easier."
Stalking offences recorded by police in England and Wales have dramatically increased over the past decade, rising from under 3,000 to over 135,000. This surge is attributed to greater awareness and the use of technology by perpetrators. Major police forces, including the Metropolitan and Greater Manchester police, have reported significant increases in recorded offences. The Crown Prosecution Service has also seen a rise in charges related to stalking. A new stalking action plan has been launched to address the evolving nature of these offences in the digital age.
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