A case of obsessive persecution resulted in the arrest of a 22-year-old man in Mesquita, Baixada Fluminense.
According to investigations by the Special Police Station for Women's Assistance (Deam) in Nova Iguaçu, the individual was stalking his ex-girlfriend of 16 years since early 2022 after their relationship ended abusive.
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Delegate Mônica Areal, in charge of the case, revealed that the suspect committed a series of crimes against the teenager, including threats, assaults and insults.
In addition, he never complied with the protective measures imposed by Justice to ensure the victim's safety. Although he was arrested on March 23 of this year, the individual ended up being released shortly afterwards.
Suspect has long criminal history
After just 19 days, the victim and her mother returned to the police station to register new threats, persecution and non-compliance with protective measures.
According to the delegate, the suspect has a criminal history marked by two notes for threat, one for injury and five for disrespecting protective measures. The only occurrence that did not involve the ex-girlfriend was when he threatened an acquaintance who helped her during an episode of aggression.
The man was charged and remains in prison, awaiting the court's decision, but this case serves as an alert to the importance of combat violence and stalking, reinforcing the need for effective protective measures to ensure the safety of victims.
Engagement by authorities in repressing these crimes is critical to protecting and supporting victims, ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions.
What is stalker and/or stalking?
The term "stalker" is used to describe a person who practices the act of "stalking", that is, chasing or harassing someone in an obsessive and invasive way.
A stalker usually persistently monitors the victim's activities, either physically or through digital means such as social media, messages and emails.
Stalking behavior is considered illegal and highly disturbing, causing fear, distress and violation of the stalked person's privacy.
Victims of stalkers face serious risks to their safety and emotional well-being, and it is critical to seek legal and law enforcement support to deal with this situation.