Western woman's stalking ordeal features in TV documentary

County Sligo woman Eve McDowell, who was stalked by Igor Lewandowski while attending University of Galway, will feature in a new TV documentary tonight.

The Grange native was subjected to a traumatic stalking ordeal when studying in first year at University of Galway.

The ordeal culminated in Lewandowski breaking into Eve’s apartment and assaulting her roommate with a hammer in May 2019.

Picking up with Eve as her stalker is released from prison as she faces a precarious future, the documentary highlights the long-lasting, overwhelming fear and isolation stalking inflicts on its victims.

The lack of stalking-specific legislation in Ireland deeply affected all three victims, leading both Eve McDowell and fellow contributor Una Ring to turn to activism, courageously championing the urgent need for stalking-specific legislation to protect others.

With stalking-specific legislation finally coming into effect in November 2023, their tireless efforts and commitment to change have become a beacon of hope for countless others who have experienced the horrors of stalking, paving the way for a brighter future where victims can access the help and protection they so desperately need.

With chilling footage and expert insights, the documentary sheds light on the devastating impact of stalking and the psychological and emotional toll endured by its victims.

'Stalked’ airs tonight at 9pm on Virgin Media One and Virgin Media Player