Stalker Safety: What You Need to Know

August 19, 2024

Dealing with a stalker is serious and should always be handled with caution and care. At StillWatch Investigations, we’ve worked multiple stalking cases—and each situation requires a unique strategy to keep our clients safe.

Here are some general steps you can take if you’re experiencing stalking:

🚨 Steps to Take If You’re Being Stalked:

🔒 Prioritize Your Safety
Secure your home by changing locks, improving lighting, and using security systems. Vary your daily routines to make it harder for someone to track your movements.
📝 Document Every Incident
Keep a detailed record of stalking behaviors, including texts, emails, voicemails, gifts, or sightings. Dates and times matter—your documentation could be critical for legal action.
👥 Inform Trusted People
Share your situation with family, close friends, neighbors, or coworkers. Having more eyes and ears can keep you safer and give you emotional support.
🚓 Report to Authorities
Call the police and file a report. Bring your documentation with you and follow through with any advice they provide.
📃 Consider a Restraining Order
Talk to a lawyer or victim advocate to see if a restraining order is appropriate. In many cases, it’s an effective first step toward legal protection.
🌐 Strengthen Online Privacy
Update your privacy settings on social media, remove personal details from public pages, and block the stalker on every platform. Avoid sharing location-based posts in real time.

We’ve handled stalking cases that required a wide range of strategies. In one recent case, we waited in a bar until 12:45 AM just to get the stalker legally served with court documents. Every case is different—but every case deserves serious attention.