New York Man Sentenced for Cyberstalking 6 in Maryland

Richard Michael Roe received 5 years probation and 6 months home confinement for harassing victims through calls, texts, and social media.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A New York man was sentenced to five years of probation for cyberstalking six people in Maryland, including a woman he met on the dating app Bumble. Richard Michael Roe pleaded guilty to making harassing phone calls and was also ordered to serve six months of home confinement and complete 500 hours of community service.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing problem of cyberstalking and the serious impact it can have on victims, who may face significant financial and emotional burdens to protect themselves. It also demonstrates how technology can be misused by perpetrators to harass and terrorize others.

The details

According to court documents, Roe planned an "extensive scheme" to harass and stalk his victims after a relationship with one woman ended. He used websites to generate calls and messages, made fake police reports, and attempted to gain access to the woman's online accounts. The victims reported receiving thousands of texts, calls, and emails over a two-year period.

  • In November 2018, Roe met the woman on the dating app Bumble.
  • In January 2019, Roe and the woman met in person.
  • After the relationship ended, the stalking began in December 2019 and continued until January 2021.

The players

Richard Michael Roe

A New York man who was sentenced to five years of probation for cyberstalking six people in Maryland, including a woman he met on the dating app Bumble.

FBI Baltimore

The FBI office that investigated the cyberstalking case and announced the sentencing.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Richard Michael Roe to be released from home confinement early.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious emotional and financial toll that cyberstalking can take on victims, and the importance of strong law enforcement action to hold perpetrators accountable and protect public safety.