Over 940 Stalking Arrests Since NI Legislation Introduced Four Years Ago

Over 940 stalking arrests since NI legislation introduced four years ago

Stalking is a pattern of unwanted, repeated behaviour which can leave you feeling scared or distressed

PSNI warns “rom-com” myths masking stalking as nearly 1,000 arrests made since law change

A new Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) campaign is urging the public to recognise the warning signs of stalking after nearly 1,000 arrests were made since the offence was criminalised, with officers warning that behaviours often dismissed as romantic can escalate into serious harm. Launched to coincide with National Stalking Awareness Week (20–26 April) , the campaign uses a two-minute “romantic comedy” style trailer to challenge miscon…