A 76-year-old man from Brighton has been jailed following a months-long campaign of stalking and harassment against three women, which caused them serious fear and distress. Geoffrey Lower, who lives in Stanmer Villas, admitted to stalking offences that occurred between March and December 2025.
Sussex Police led the investigation after receiving reports from the victims, who experienced repeated unwanted contact, messages, and visits to their homes.
Persistent Stalking Campaign
Lower targeted women aged 24, 35, and 51, despite clear rejections of his advances. The offences included sending graphic messages, leaving numerous voicemails, and making uninvited visits that greatly intimidated the victims. Some of the women had previously been supported by Lower through agencies due to earlier stalking incidents.
Impact On Victims' Lives
The harassment had a significant impact on the women’s daily lives. One victim changed her working arrangements to avoid potential encounters with Lower, choosing to work from home out of fear.
The court heard that Lower maintained he believed the women were interested in having relationships with him, a claim that contradicted the victims’ experiences.
Police And Court Response
After his arrest, Lower was charged with three counts of stalking causing serious alarm or distress. He received a six-year sentence, which includes three years in custody. Additionally, he was issued a 10-year restraining order protecting two of the victims and a Stalking Protection Order to restrict his future behaviour.
Official Praise And Support
Detective Sergeant Kerri Bartup praised the courage of the victims and highlighted the severe impact stalking can have on both personal and professional lives. Sussex Police reiterated their commitment to tackling stalking and encouraged victims to come forward early, warning that stalking behaviour may escalate without intervention.
Support is available through Sussex Police and specialised victim services for those affected by stalking.
Originally published by UKNIP.
