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Living in fear: hidden crime that is taking a terrifying grip on society

Too often seen as an infrequent crime that targets celebrities, new research and changes in the law and police approach indicate that stalking is far more widespread than previously thought.

Nicola Benedetti, the Scots violinist and former BBC Young Musician of the Year, revealed earlier this week that she is too frightened to stay home alone because of a suspected stalker.