Stranger Harassment Legal Steps

Summary

Experiencing repeated harassment from strangers can be distressing. Document each encounter, report to local authorities, and consult a lawyer for potential defamation claims. If someone is spreading false rumors with your photo, gather evidence and consider legal action. Walking in well-lit, populated areas can enhance safety.

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some random strangers are walking up to me asking where am i heading
Hey Robert, that sounds concerning. If this is happening frequently and makes you feel unsafe, you might want to consider reporting it to local authorities. Do you feel threatened by these strangers, or is there any other specific issue related to this situation you'd like to address?
Just before today while we are walking and we're still walking someone asked me and dale where are you boys heading
If these interactions are making you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you might consider:
- Documenting each encounter, noting time, location, and description of the individuals.
- Reporting these occurrences to local law enforcement to ensure your safety.
- Walking in well-lit, populated areas if possible.
Do you feel that there's any immediate threat or need for further action?
There's someone spreading around me photo with false rumors and today someone approach just asking us where are we heading
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It sounds like you're dealing with harassment and potential defamation. Here are some steps you can take:
- Gather evidence of the false rumors and any encounters.
- Consider speaking with law enforcement about the harassment.
- You may also want to consult a lawyer about defamation claims.
Would you like more information on defamation laws in New York?
give me an example police report about this
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Here's an example of how you might structure a police report for this situation:
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Police Report
Date: [Insert Date]
Time: [Insert Time]
Location: Suffolk County, New York
Reporting Officer: [Officer's Name]
Reporting Party: Robert Cooper
Incident Type: Harassment and Potential Defamation
Details of the Incident:
*. Description of Events:
- Robert Cooper has reported that random individuals have approached him and his friend, Dale, asking where they are heading.
- This occurrence has happened multiple times, causing discomfort and concern for personal safety.
*. Allegations:
- There is an allegation that a photo of Robert Cooper is being circulated with false rumors, exacerbating the situation and leading to unwanted encounters.
*. Actions Taken:
- Robert Cooper has been advised to document each encounter, noting the time, location, and description of individuals involved.
- It is recommended that Robert avoid isolated areas and walk in well-lit, populated spaces.
*. Next Steps:
- Gather evidence of the false rumors and any encounters.
- Consider speaking with law enforcement about the harassment.
- Consult a lawyer regarding potential defamation claims.
Additional Notes:
- Robert Cooper has expressed a desire to understand more about defamation laws in New York.
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Remember, this is a template to help guide you in reporting to the police. You can adjust the details as necessary based on the specifics of your situation.
Random individuals have approached me and my brother, Dale, asking where we are heading. This occurrence has happened multiple times, causing discomfort and concern for personal safety.
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It seems like you're experiencing harassment, which is concerning. You might want to consider:
- Continuing to document each encounter.
- Reporting these occurrences to local law enforcement.
- Consulting a lawyer regarding potential defamation or harassment claims.
If you need more information, feel free to ask.