♂️ Imagine this: You’ve just moved to the big city, ready for a fresh start. After a grueling 12-hour shift, all you want is to get home and relax. But as you walk, a woman ahead of you suddenly accuses you of being a creepy stalker! Talk about a welcome to the neighborhood, right? This guy found himself in quite the predicament, and now he’s wondering if he handled it the right way. Let’s dive in and see what happened!
️ Big City, Big Problems

♂️ Just Trying to Get Home

Spotted: A Woman Walking Ahead

Key Moment Turns Sour

️ Friends Divided on the Issue

Conflicted Feelings ♂️

⏰ 3 Hours Later…

Daylight Dilemma ☀️

Tired and Pissed

♂️ To Cross or Not to Cross?

⏳ Waiting Game ️

️ Life’s Been a Whirlwind

Lesson Learned

♂️ Sidewalk Showdown: Who’s the Real A-hole?
Well, well, well… looks like our protagonist found himself in a real pickle! Accused of being a creepy stalker just for walking home? Talk about a rough day! But wait, there’s more! After sharing his story with friends, opinions were split. ️ Some thought the woman was rude, while others believed he should’ve been more considerate. ♂️ Our guy didn’t mean to make her feel unsafe, but he still stood his ground. So, what does the internet think? Let’s see what kind of drama unfolds in the comments!
Walking behind someone can be scary for women. NTA, but insensitive.

Empathetic comment acknowledges woman’s fear and offers advice to prevent discomfort.

Advice for men on how to make women feel safe

Walking behind someone can be scary, but yelling obscenities isn’t

Woman’s reaction to being followed is justified, NAH.

Empathy for women walking alone at night. NAH
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Comedians John Mulaney and Dave Chappelle weigh in on topic.

Being unaware doesn’t excuse unintentionally making someone feel unsafe.

Tips from a big guy on how to not look creepy while walking behind someone

Walking behind someone can be scary for them, be mindful.

Walking at night is a different experience for women

Walking the line between safety and overreaction. NTA.

Walking behind a woman at night can be scary for her.

Walking behind a woman doesn’t make you a stalker. NTA!

Both parties understandably reacted given the circumstances. NAH overall.

Male perspective on women’s safety while walking home alone!

Walking behind a woman at night: how to handle it?

The fear of being followed is real and unsettling.

Facts show men are often victims of street assault too. NTA

Defiant commenter challenges social norms around walking behind women.

Walking behind someone at night can be scary for many. NTA/YTA depending on context.
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Self-defense gesture, reacting to slight threats saves lives. NAH.

Woman shares her experience and reasons for taking precautions at night.

Walking home isn’t a crime. NTA for prioritizing safety.

A chilling reminder that stalking can happen any time of day.

Misunderstanding leads to false accusation of stalking.

Misunderstanding leads to fear for woman, but NAH in reality
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Stand your ground, but communicate calmly next time!

Walking behind someone can be perceived as stalking

Misunderstood or Misogynistic? Woman’s fear vs. Man’s innocence.

Men deserve to walk home without being called a creep.

Empathetic comment about understanding women’s fear while walking alone.

Woman defends accused stalker, empathizes with fear and anger.
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Walking home doesn’t equal stalking. NTA, no matter your gender.

Not all men should change route for a woman’s comfort.
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Woman overreacts to man walking home, NTA for being polite

Being a good male ally: tips for walking behind women

Misunderstanding or stalking? NAH, lady overreacted but be cautious.

Mind your own business guilt-free

Awareness is important but so is empathy and sensitivity!

Woman accuses man of stalking for walking behind her. Comment defends the man’s actions.

Walking behind a woman: innocent or creepy? NAH found.

Driver accuses OP of stalking, turns out they were mistaken.

Late night walks can be awkward, but communication is key.

Defending oneself from verbal abuse does not make you an AH!

Walking home behind a woman doesn’t make you a stalker! NTA

Defending oneself against false accusations is always awkward. NTA

Walking on the same route doesn’t make you a creep

Men also face danger while walking alone at night.

Walking behind a woman doesn’t make you a stalker. NTA!

Walking home at night, accused of stalking? Not the a-hole!

Woman accuses man of stalking for walking behind her. NTA.

Woman defends her right to feel safe while walking home ♀️

Walking behind someone isn’t stalking. NTA, be considerate.

Walking behind someone isn’t a crime. NTA wins this round

Don’t change your routine if you’re not doing anything wrong!

Walking home behind a woman is NTA, reactions understandable

Defending OP against false accusations with a touch of humor

NTA commenter points out double standard in hypothetical scenario.
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Male commenter advises on giving women space while walking at night.
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Walking home accused of stalking? NTA, eff off lady!

Defending personal liberties with NTA. Equal rights for all!
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NTA defends man accused of stalking in a major city.

Walking behind a woman does not make you a stalker.

Woman overreacted but valid fear for walking alone at night

Self-defense advice given. Be aware, escape, fight back.

NTA commenter defends innocent men and calls out sexist vibes

Walking while listening to music doesn’t make you a creep

Walking behind a woman doesn’t make you a stalker. NTA
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Woman defends OP and explains safety isn’t solely others’ responsibility.
