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Canadian Resident Indicted for Stalking Former Coworker
Canadian resident Nikolay Sapov faces federal stalking charges after allegedly pursuing a former coworker in Dallas.
In brief
Canadian resident Nikolay Sapov faces federal stalking charges after allegedly pursuing a former coworker in Dallas. Nikolay Sapov, a Canadian resident, was indicted on federal stalking charges after allegedly stalking a former coworker in Dallas. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Indictment Announcement
U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybould announced federal indictment of Nikolay Sapov on stalking charges through interstate travel and electronic communications.
Arrest Details
Sapov was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on August 22 on a Texas stalking warrant.
Background on Relationship
Sapov and the woman met while working at the Miami Open tennis tournament in 2021 and allegedly pursued her over several years.
First Encounter in Dallas
She spotted Sapov near her gated Dallas apartment on June 22, 2026, after which police issued him a trespass warning on June 23.
Masked Encounter
A neighbor’s doorbell camera recorded a masked person matching Sapov’s build at her door on June 24, 2026.
Relocation and Security
Sapov and the woman spent 14 days in hotels between June 24 and August 3, 2026, and purchased a firearm for protection.
Messages and Border Arrest
Sapov allegedly sent unwanted messages through August 20, 2026, including AI-generated images, before being arrested on August 22.
What matters most
Nikolay Sapov, a Canadian resident, was indicted on federal stalking charges after allegedly stalking a former coworker in Dallas.
