Overview

• Jason Nicholls admitted to stalking Sussex Police Chief Constable Jo Shiner over a two-year period, sharing hundreds of abusive posts, memes, and videos on X.
• He pleaded guilty to one count of stalking without fear or distress and two counts of breaching bail conditions after contacting police while awaiting sentencing.
• Nicholls described himself as the UK's first 'X-oholic,' claiming his online harassment was driven by a compulsion for the dopamine rush of likes and interactions on social media.
• The court sentenced Nicholls to 15 weeks in jail, issued a restraining order barring him from contacting Shiner or Sussex Police outside emergencies, and ordered him to pay £239 in costs.
• The case highlights growing concerns over social media addiction, online harassment, and the need for legal frameworks to address digital stalking and protect public figures.