- Her name is Maria. She really is my friend since childhood. Maria works for our local television, she is a TV presenter.
- Yes! Now I understand why so many of us love watching the news)). But seriously, what happened?
- Bob, I don't even know where to begin. About three weeks ago, I started getting text messages from another admirer. And it scared me. He always knew where I was, who I was texting... And yesterday he sent me a text message with my home address and said that he would definitely come to my house soon. I'm scared.
- Now this is serious. You reported it to the police.
- No. I feel uncomfortable and ashamed. I was brought up differently. I grew up in a strict Catholic family, and it is not customary for us to talk about such things with men. I am afraid that if it were not for Lizzie, I would not have dared.
- And in vain. I'll call the captain now and then come back.
- Captain, it seems we have a new case of harassment. The girl is afraid to come to the station. I'll take her smartphone for examination now, and she'll temporarily stay with Lizzie. It's the neighboring house, and I'll see how things didn't work out.
- No, Bob! I'll park a patrol car at her house, and you do what you do best - her smartphone. I expect a report in the morning.
- Thank you, boss! This will make my job much easier. They'll be home in half an hour.
- Go ahead.
- Maria, can you lend me your phone number for a while?
- Yes, of course! But how can I live without him?
- I'll give you a simple push-button. That's how it should be. And I'll work my magic on yours. Lizzy, Maria is staying at your place tonight, okay? Yes, don't be surprised, there's a police post near your house. That's how it should be. You're safe. You don't go to Maria's. If you need anything, just let me know.
- Good morning, Bob! What was that?
— Maria has surveillance software installed on her smartphone. Unfortunately, not all antiviruses detect it yet. It is completely legal. It was purchased two weeks ago and installed at the same time. I think I found a buyer. They will belarus mobile database him to the police station today. It is her ex-boyfriend. In principle, there is enough evidence to forbid him to come closer than 100 m to her in court.
- Well done, Bob! I think it's time for you to get a promotion. I submitted a report on creating a cyber investigation department in our precinct and appointing you as its head. Congratulations! The report has already been approved at the top. Starting tomorrow, find yourself two subordinates.
- Thank you!
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