They are generally above average in intelligence, but are socially maladjusted, emotionally immature and suffer from feelings of powerlessness, jealousy and low self esteem, FBI studies show. They use their controlling relationship to feel more powerful. The personality problems are what can make this type of stalker dangerous, especially if there is a history of domestic abuse. The reason they are so dangerous is that they stalk out of anger, hurt and revenge. They may be looking for a way to justify their rage.
Stalkers come from every soci-economic and educational background.
There have been professional men found guilty of stalking, as well as laborers and men of middle incomes and educations. The common denominator is the fear they inspire. That fear is often justified, especially if it comes at the end of a relationship. Statictically, most women homicide victims KNOW their perpetrator. According to the anti-stalking laws, a person can be charged with stalking for willfully and repeatedly contacting another individual, without permission.