More than 500 victims of stalking in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have been supported since 2023.
Police and crime commissioner Donna Jones has highlighted the work of the Stalking Advocacy and Support Service (SASS) as part of Stalking Awareness Week, which runs from April 20 to 26.
The service, delivered by the charity Stop Domestic Abuse, provides confidential support and safety planning for victims of stalking.
Since its launch in 2023, it has helped more than 500 individuals.
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Ms Jones said: "Stalking can slowly strip away someone’s sense of safety and control.
"Many victims question themselves, worry they won’t be believed and think they are overreacting.
"I want people to know that if this is happening to you, help and support is available."
SASS forms part of the region’s Multi-Agency Stalking Partnership, which brings together police, probation, the NHS, the CPS, youth justice, and specialist victim support services.
The partnership has reviewed more than 1,600 stalking cases in the past three years.
It also works with perpetrators to challenge and change stalking behaviours.
Anyone affected by stalking can seek confidential advice and support through the service by visiting stopdomesticabuse.uk/stalking or call 0330 0533 630.
Police can apply for Stalking Protection Orders through the courts to help safeguard victims and restrict perpetrator behaviours.
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