Croydon Stalker Jailed for Over Two Years After Horrific Online Attacks
Vishaal Vijapura, 28, from Shirley, Croydon, has been handed a prison sentence of two years and eight months at Croydon Crown Court on June 14. He also faces a five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order after pleading guilty to seven counts of stalking involving fear of violence.
Online Predator Targeted Women Across England
The Metropolitan Police uncovered a chilling list Vijapura published online, revealing his victims’ personal details alongside a disturbing essay attempting to justify raping them. The initial report surfaced in January 2021, but police later discovered more victims during their extensive investigation.
Vijapura didn’t stop there. He stole images from victims’ social media profiles, spreading vile claims that the women sought “outrageous sexual gratification.” He also posted their personal info, inciting serious sexual violence against them.
Victims Spread Across 16 Police Districts
The targets lived across 16 police areas in England. Investigators found Vijapura used online services to gather victims’ full names and addresses. Shockingly, he even paid an ancestry website to dig up detailed personal and family info.
Police Crack Down After Multiple Arrests
Vijapura was first arrested on January 28, 2021, following the online list exposure. A second arrest came on March 19, 2021, when he was caught breaching his bail conditions. Detectives pieced together evidence through forensic analysis of numerous devices to secure his conviction.
Detective Inspector Paul Smith of the South Area Public Protection Unit urges anyone with information or needing help to call 101.
