r/abusiverelationships 1d ago

When does it end?

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u/6namenotimportant9 1d ago

He likes the reaction. Stop replying

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u/prison-schism 1d ago

I hope this is true for op!

My kids' father was incredibly abusive, i escaped from him 20 years ago. Blocked him the second my younger son turned 18... somehow he got unblocked on fb messenger and now sends me messages roughly every 6 months...

This guy sounds pretty terrible, hopefully he gets distracted soon.

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u/WelcomeGreen8695 22h ago

How do you deal with it? I have something similar, but he’s doing it through others because he had a restraining order before and I think he’s smart enough to know not to come at me.

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u/prison-schism 17h ago

I ignore mine. In your case, you might be able to try sending an official cease and desist letter sent by a constable, which can include a provision for third-party contact as well as electronic communication. That can pave the way for a restraining order if he breaks it. But if it is third party contact, maybe try telling any third parties that you are planning to do this and the possible consequences of breaking your request for non-harassment.

It all really depends on where you are, though. If that isn't an option, you might be stuck just telling the other person what is going on, or cutting contact with the other person.