Frankston man accused of stalking multiple women using Apple AirTags
A 65-year-old former police officer in Frankston, Australia, has been denied bail after being accused of stalking four women using Apple AirTags. Police suspect there may be up to 25 additional victims involved in the tracking scheme.
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This case highlights the growing concern over the misuse of consumer tracking technology for criminal stalking and harassment.
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Share A A A A former police officer from Frankston has been denied bail after he allegedly stalked four female neighbours by affixing tracking devices to their cars and documented their movements.
Timothy Wilson, 65, appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Sunday after being charged with four counts of stalking, one count of possessing a firearm and one count of possessing a weapon while being a prohibited person.
Victoria Police. Getty Images/File Victoria Police allege that the four female complainants found 10 devices on their vehicles, which were handed to authorities. However, a prosecutor told the court police believed there could be up to 25 more victims involved.
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