Can stalking only be done by a stranger?

A stalker does not have to be a stranger, although they can be, such as the stalking of someone in the public eye or where someone is targeted because of their race, disability, sexual orientation or religion.However, the majority of stalkers are known to their victims such as ex-partners, a friend, neighbour, colleague or an acquaintance.

Sometimes the link to the person maybe historic such as someone you dated in the past, or an ex work colleague.

Just because you know or knew the stalker does not mean that the situation is your fault. It is still stalking and it is wrong.