The West Virginia specific stalking data below (Smith et al., 2017) provides some insight regarding the types of stalking tactics experienced by victims.
| Females | Males | Stalking Tactics Used |
|---|---|---|
| 46.9% | no data | Watched, followed |
| 66.3% | no data | Approached, showed up |
| 30.3% | no data | Sneaked into home or car |
| 78.2% | 82.9% | Unwanted messages |
| 61.5% | no data | Damaged personal property |
| 84% | 92.7% | Threats of physical harm |