[Location: Thanet] Man stalked ex-partner with Valentine’s gifts and Tinder messages after split
Kent Online 2026-10-10 04:00:00
Context: Robert Jefkins, 55, of Birchington, Thanet, was accused of stalking his ex-partner after their relationship ended on Boxing Day last year. The victim reported unwanted contact, and Jefkins was given a caution on February 2, but he continued to send her gifts and messages. Jefkins' actions unnerved his ex-partner, making her feel scared, vulnerable, and uneasy.
Key Facts
- Robert Jefkins sent his ex-partner an unwanted Valentine's Day card and presents to her home in Folkestone, including a necklace with a note saying "Sorry for hurting you, I love you and always will".
- Jefkins attempted to contact his ex-partner through Tinder, liking her profile and sending a super-like on February 19, for which he would have had to pay.
- The couple had been together for 10 months before breaking up on December 26, and Jefkins had spent Christmas with the woman and her children.
- Jefkins also tried to contact his ex-partner's friends and son through social media, including sending a friend request to her son on Instagram on February 24.