This thread is VERY concerning to me. I see that it has been a couple of days since Inkblot has posted.... hope that she is OK. Clearly this man has his own share of problems to deal with, but you don't have to make his problems yours (oh boy... that last sentence struck home... but that is whole other story.....).

You are in a no win situation. On the one hand you obviously can't encourage his actions. On the other hand you don't want to be too abrupt with him for fear that he will get angry and retaliate.

Unfortunately it seems as though things have progressed and he may be interpreting this as permission to proceed.

I think that it is best if you take action immediately. Reporting this to the police I think is a must. This comes with the understanding that the police can not protect you 24 hours a day, even with a restraining order. He may be so fearful of the police that he stops right awya. He could very well be charged for what he has done up to this point.

How well do you like where you are living? If you really hate the place now might be a good time to start looking for another apartment, one where the likelihood that he will follow you is remote.

I would also let as many people as possible know your situation. Family, friends, coworkrs (that you can trust) and neighbors (that you can trust).

Please be careful.