Overview

• To Catch a Stalker premiered July 1 on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer, marking Zara McDermott’s latest documentary venture.
• McDermott becomes visibly emotional during interviews, reflecting the deep emotional impact of stalking on victims’ lives.
• One survivor recounts her ex forcing 24-hour video calls and making over 500 calls a day while threatening violence.
• Victims submit comprehensive evidence—including videos, calls and texts—to police and prepare for court testimony against their stalkers.
• The series exposes police hesitation in pursuing stalking cases and reveals that convictions often fail to deter repeat offenders.