Apex, NC — A Wake County woman faces felony charges after investigators say she secretly tracked and monitored her ex-boyfriend’s digital life for an extended period, including accessing his private accounts and placing a recording device inside his home. Jacqueline Lanette Dwork, 39, of Fuquay-Varina, was arrested April 30 following an investigation by the Apex Police Department.
According to arrest warrants, Dwork is charged with two counts of felony invasion of privacy, one count of stalking, and one count of unauthorized access to computers.
Allegations detail extensive digital surveillance
Investigators allege Dwork obtained the victim’s passwords and used them to access multiple accounts, including Apple and email services, without permission. Authorities say she also used location-tracking technology, including “Find My iPhone,” to monitor the man’s movements without his knowledge.
Court documents further claim she intercepted electronic communications through networking equipment and installed a recording device behind the victim’s couch, allowing her to listen in on conversations inside the home.
Police describe pattern of monitoring
The allegations outline what investigators describe as a sustained pattern of surveillance, including claims that Dwork at one point took the victim’s phone and used it to access additional accounts and information.
Authorities have not disclosed how long the alleged activity occurred or how it was ultimately discovered.
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Key Points
• Wake County woman charged with invasion of privacy and stalking
• Accused of accessing accounts, tracking location, and planting recording device
• Investigation led by Apex Police Department
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Growing concerns over digital privacy
The case highlights increasing concerns around the misuse of consumer technology in personal disputes. Tools designed for convenience—such as shared passwords, smart devices, and location tracking—can be exploited when access is not properly restricted.
Law enforcement agencies have increasingly encountered cases involving unauthorized digital surveillance, particularly in domestic or relationship-related situations.
What happens next
Dwork is currently awaiting bond, according to available records. Court proceedings will determine how the case moves forward as prosecutors present evidence tied to the alleged surveillance.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no additional details about the victim have been released.
As with all criminal cases, Dwork is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
