WhatsApp Stalking Complaint

WhatsApp Stalking Complaint

Persistent WhatsApp messages, repeated calls or unwanted contact can form part of a pattern of online harassment or stalking. Preserve the communications and document the frequency of contact.

Preserve WhatsApp evidence

Save screenshots, relevant chat history, the sender’s number, profile information and dates. Keep evidence of repeated contact after you asked the person to stop.

Report the account

WhatsApp provides reporting and blocking tools. The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal also provides a social-media abuse reporting facility that includes WhatsApp. citeturn0search6

Cybercrime complaint

The official cybercrime manual identifies cyber bullying/stalking/sexting under online and social-media related crime. citeturn0search25

Possible legal provision

Where the statutory requirements are met, BNS Section 78 may be relevant to stalking of a woman, including specified monitoring of electronic communication. citeturn0search12

SPG Legal Consultancy can assist with WhatsApp stalking complaints and legal guidance.