gang stalking

American

[gang staw-king] / ˈgæŋ ˈstɔ kɪŋ /

gang-stalking or gangstalking

noun

the perceived covert and systematic harassment and intimidation of a person by a group of disparate conspirators, such as online groups, government agencies, or other authority figures.

Etymology

Origin of gang stalking

First recorded in 2010–15

Example Sentences

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She was also targeted with hundreds of messages - accused of criminal damage, destroying Wall's business and of joining up with others to carry out so-called gang stalking.

From BBC

"Gang stalking" sufferers believe they are "being followed, stalked, and harassed by a large number of people, often numbering in the thousands", according to one study released in March.

From BBC

On stoporgangstalking.com, a user named Cosmo commented about the importance of wearing body cameras and exposing people involved in “gang stalking.”

From Los Angeles Times

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