Police Failures in Handling Stalking Cases

A local court in Uttar Pradesh sentenced two men to five years in prison for stalking a 17-year-old girl in 2015, despite gaps in the police investigation. Concurrently, a comprehensive report by police watchdogs in England and Wales revealed systemic failures in addressing stalking, highlighting that police often misidentify and mishandle stalking cases, leading to grave risks for victims. The report, prompted by a super-complaint from the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, found police minimized stalking behaviors, failed to provide adequate protection, and lacked proper training, resulting in instances of serious harm and even death. Recommendations include an overhaul of legislation and improved police practices to better support victims.