A terrifying text from an ex-boyfriend landed him on the radar of Portsmouth Police just after 2 p.m., after a woman reported receiving a string of disturbing and violent messages.
According to the report, the final straw was a chilling message that read:
“I’m going to run you over with my car and slit your throat ear to ear.”
Officers reviewed the message firsthand and immediately filed an aggravated menacing report — a serious charge that could carry criminal penalties.
📲 In a Separate Case…
Later that day, another individual contacted police to report that his ex was harassing him on social media — and had even tried to run him off the road. Officers walked him through the process of seeking a protection order.
💡 What To Do If Your Ex Won’t Leave You Alone — or Worse, Makes Threats:
Whether it’s relentless texts or life-threatening threats, it’s important to take action immediately:
- Document Everything
- Save screenshots of texts, social media posts, voicemails, and call logs.
- Don’t delete anything — this is key evidence.
- Don’t Engage
- Avoid responding. Arguing or threatening back could escalate things.
- Block the number or set up do-not-disturb filters, but keep the records.
- Contact Police
- If you feel unsafe, don’t wait. Report threatening behavior.
- Police can file an incident report and, in serious cases, recommend charges.
- Consider a Protection Order
- A court-issued protection order can legally prohibit the individual from contacting you.
- Violating it can result in immediate arrest.
- Talk to a Victim Advocate
- Many police departments and community centers have trained advocates who can help with safety planning and legal paperwork.
🚨 Threats Are Not Just “Drama” — They’re a Crime
If an ex threatens you, harasses you, or makes you feel unsafe, it’s not just bad behavior — it’s potentially criminal. You have the right to be safe, and there are people and resources ready to help.
