Category Archives: Computer Crime
Florida Man Accused of Cyberstalking Woman, Stealing Dead Son’s Ashes
Relationships can become bitter when they end unexpectedly. Many people become jilted after a breakup, but a Florida man took things to another level after his girlfriend broke up with him. Not only did he start stalking the woman but he also stole a teddy bear containing the ashes of the woman’s cremated son…. Read More »
Florida Firefighter Accused of Cyberstalking Ex-Girlfriend
Relationships are tough, especially when they end. A breakup can leave a person heartbroken. They may experience heavy emotions that cause them to do stupid and even illegal activities. This may include harassing and threatening the ex. This is what a Florida man is being accused of. The 28-year-old firefighter from Orange County was… Read More »
Florida Man Arrested for Cyberstalking Police Officer on Facebook
Cyberstalking is easy to do because you are behind a computer screen but the law still takes it seriously. A person can get arrested and face serious charges for stalking or harassing a person from an electronic device. A Florida man was recently arrested for cyberstalking a Pinellas Park police officer. The man had… Read More »
Florida Cracking Down on Cyberstalking With New State Law
There is so much technology nowadays, and while that’s typically a good thing, it can also be a bad thing on a criminal level. Cyberstalking is on the rise, especially with the invention of Apple AirTags, digital apps, and other devices. These devices are used to secretly monitor the location of others. They can… Read More »
Man Indicted on Cyberstalking Charges After Harassing 11 Victims
A man from Pennsylvania has been indicted by a federal grand jury on multiple charges, including cyberstalking, interstate stalking, and interstate threats. The 14-count indictment alleges a pattern of harassment involving at least 11 victims across several states, including Pennsylvania, Florida, New York, Ohio, and Iowa. Prosecutors say the defendant victimized women he encountered… Read More »
Congressman Gets Protective Order Against Him in Cyberstalking Case
A Florida state court has issued a protective order against a U.S. congressman from Central Florida in response to allegations by a former girlfriend that she faced threats and harassment after ending their relationship. The judge granted the injunction under the state’s law protecting victims of dating violence. According to court documents, the woman,… Read More »
Woman Arrested for Cyberstalking Police Officer
Many people seem to think harassing people, especially police officers, is fun. But it is not all fun and games when someone gets arrested for harassment, whether it is online or in person. A 29-year-old woman from Vero Beach was arrested after mounting a campaign of online harassment against a local law enforcement officer…. Read More »
Florida Woman Arrested for Cyberstalking State Attorney’s Office Staff
People engage in cyberstalking for a variety of reasons. In many cases, it stems from a desire to exert control, seek revenge, or maintain unwanted contact with a person. Some cyberstalkers are motivated by obsession or fixation, while others act out of jealousy, anger, or rejection. Mental health issues, such as paranoia or delusional… Read More »
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Cyberstalking Young Girls
Many people use social media to post all sorts of things, including sexually explicit content. They may use sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram to send nude photos to others. While this may be OK in instances where there is consent, sending graphic content to minors can result in serious criminal charges…. Read More »
Woman Arrested for Cyberstalking Florida Teen
It’s easy to stalk people nowadays. You no longer have to follow someone around in person. You can effectively cyberstalk someone, which means using computers and other electronic devices to find out someone’s location. This is what an Alabama woman did to a Florida minor. The woman is accused of driving more than two… Read More »
