Story, published 8 August 2026

ICO reprimands Met Police after stalking victim's new address leaked to her abuser

For youFor the family Part of: Public sector data-handling failures

A stalking victim's new address and phone number were sent, unredacted, to the man she was being protected from - a stark reminder to ask any organisation (police, school, GP) how they handle sensitive details, especially in abuse or safeguarding situations.

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