Family of murdered Gateshead woman to teach children signs of stalking
Alice Ruggles was killed by her stalker ex in 2016
Last updated 21st Feb 2024
It's hoped a series of assemblies, will teach children in County Durham how to recognise the signs of stalking.
It's being launched by a charity, set up by the family of a woman, murdered by her former partner in Gateshead
Alice Ruggles was killed in 2016, by her ex - Trimaan "Harry" Dhillon - who broke into her Bensham flat, after weeks of repeated stalking behaviour, which she'd reported to the police.
Dhillon was given a life sentence for Alice's murder in 2017.
Today (Wed 21st Feb) the Alice Ruggles trust have launched a new project working with the Police and Crime Commissioner for County Durham - hoping to raise awareness of stalking - and save lives.
The school assembly, suitable for Key Stage 3, 4 or 5 students, consists of a powerpoint presentation with accompanying walk-through notes explaining what stalking is and why it is so dangerous.
The powerpoint links to an impactive video about Alice Ruggles who was stalked and then murdered by an ex-partner.
By the end of the assembly students should be able to:
1) Recognise what stalking is and understand it should be taken seriously;
2) Know where to go for support or information if they think they are being stalked.
3) know how to help a friend or family member who they think may be at risk.