Bored Panda works better on our iPhone app
Continue in app Continue in browser

Add post form topAdd Post
Tooltip close

The Bored Panda iOS app is live! Fight boredom with iPhones and iPads here.

Neighbor Loses His “Special” Binoculars In This Woman’s Yard, She Says His Wife Needs To Come And Pick Them Up
999

Neighbor Loses His “Special” Binoculars In This Woman’s Yard, She Says His Wife Needs To Come And Pick Them Up

ADVERTISEMENT

Recently, a story from a 28-year-old woman shared on the AITA subreddit caught everyone’s attention. After moving into a new neighborhood, the woman who goes by the handle ThrowRaBinaculoras noticed that her neighbor had been looking at her house for a while.

“He had his binoculars with him and was basically, seemingly looking at my living room,” the author explained. It soon became evident this wasn’t a sole incident and the neighbor was deliberately stalking her.

One day, the creepy neighbor dropped his binoculars into the author’s backyard, so she decided to confront him big time.

RELATED:

    Image credits: Laker (not the actual photo)

    Image credits:K F (not the actual photo)

    ADVERTISEMENT
    ADVERTISEMENT

    Image credits:ThrowRaBinaculoras

    Not only is stalking a frightening experience, it’s also a criminal offense. In the beginning, a victim of stalking may feel like the incident is either a one-off or a misunderstanding. However, if the unwanted behavior happens repeatedly and distresses or frightens the victim, it’s best to trust your gut and not just put up with it.

    If the stalking incidents escalate, the victim should keep notes of all incidents. Moreover, they should also let other people know about the problem and that includes fellow neighbors, friends and relatives. Keeping a close eye on the perpetrator is crucial.

    ADVERTISEMENT

    If the stalker uses text, email or post, the victim should also always keep evidence as it can be used in court. It’s not a good idea to respond to the perpetrator’s notes since it can give them the attention they have been craving.

    If the victim decides to confront the stalker, they may want to explain to them how their behavior makes them uncomfortable. If the perpetrator denies stalking, showing them photographic or any other evidence may be helpful. Most importantly, the victim has to let them know that they need to stop immediately or they will face legal consequences.

    Many people expressed their support for the author in the comments




    ADVERTISEMENT








    ADVERTISEMENT







    ADVERTISEMENT
    Share on Facebook
    Liucija Adomaite

    Liucija Adomaite

    Writer, Community member

    Read more »

    Liucija Adomaite is a creative mind with years of experience in copywriting. She has a dynamic set of experiences from advertising, academia, and journalism. This time, she has set out on a journey to investigate the ways in which we communicate ideas on a large scale. Her current mission is to find a magic formula for how to make ideas, news, and other such things spread like a virus.

    Read less »
    Liucija Adomaite

    Liucija Adomaite

    Writer, Community member

    Liucija Adomaite is a creative mind with years of experience in copywriting. She has a dynamic set of experiences from advertising, academia, and journalism. This time, she has set out on a journey to investigate the ways in which we communicate ideas on a large scale. Her current mission is to find a magic formula for how to make ideas, news, and other such things spread like a virus.

    Justinas Keturka

    Justinas Keturka

    Author, BoredPanda staff

    Read more »

    I'm the Visual Editor at Bored Panda, responsible for ensuring that everything our audience sees is top-notch and well-researched. What I love most about my job? Discovering new things about the world and immersing myself in exceptional photography and art.

    Read less »

    Justinas Keturka

    Justinas Keturka

    Author, BoredPanda staff

    I'm the Visual Editor at Bored Panda, responsible for ensuring that everything our audience sees is top-notch and well-researched. What I love most about my job? Discovering new things about the world and immersing myself in exceptional photography and art.

    What do you think ?
    Add photo comments
    POST
    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely NTA in every possible way. And points to OP for not giving in. A good way to handle such creeps: shame them in front of their families.

    Deborah B
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NTA. Take them to the police, and file a report against him for peeping. It's gross behaviour. Consider what you can do to make your home more private - possibly adding net curtains or privacy film to the windows on that side of the property will make you feel more comfortable in your home.

    Load More Comments
    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely NTA in every possible way. And points to OP for not giving in. A good way to handle such creeps: shame them in front of their families.

    Deborah B
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NTA. Take them to the police, and file a report against him for peeping. It's gross behaviour. Consider what you can do to make your home more private - possibly adding net curtains or privacy film to the windows on that side of the property will make you feel more comfortable in your home.

    Load More Comments
    Related on Bored Panda
    Related on Bored Panda
    Trending on Bored Panda
    Also on Bored Panda