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Welsh Youths Misidentify Stalkers as Strangers, Experts Urge Digital Education

7/17/2026

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Researchers found most young people view stalkers as strangers even though stalking is often done by acquaintances or former partners, based on interviews with 84 Welsh youths aged 16 to 24.
The Crime Survey for England and Wales recorded about 1.4 million people aged 16 plus experiencing stalking in the year to March 2025.
Participants urged expanded digital education on stalking to help teachers, police and families spot early signs.

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Story summary

Researchers found most young people view stalkers as strangers even though stalking is often done by acquaintances or former partners, based on interviews with 84 Welsh youths aged 16 to 24.
The Crime Survey for England and Wales recorded about 1.4 million people aged 16 plus experiencing stalking in the year to March 2025.
Participants urged expanded digital education on stalking to help teachers, police and families spot early signs.