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21 . AITJ For Leaving My Ex's Car When He Made Me Uncomfortable?

"So I got really annoyed with my co-worker while we were going out for some work because he was prying into my personal life when I clearly stated that I'm not interested in talking about it. This co-worker is my ex (12 years together). I told him to stop the car and let me get out which he didn't. He held my hand really tightly and insisted that I stay and we remain on course. I was in no mood to have a discussion or hang out with him and I asked him to drop me off so that I could cab my way back which he didn't listen to. Eventually, we made a stop to pick up some groceries and then I took that chance to get out of the car and refused to go back with him. He called me and followed me and even said that he would drop me off at home and I was acting like a psycho-dramatic person and I should just get back in the car and go home with him. But I didn't and eventually, he left and I took a cab home. He's been calling me non-stop since then and I've informed him that I've reached home and I need some time to cool down but still, he's bombarding my phone with texts. He did wait and ask me to go back with him. Did I behave like a crazy person? AITJ?" Another User Comments: "NTJ. If you don't want to ride with someone then yeah get out of the car and find your way home. Him grabbing you is way out of line, and any sane person would probably be looking into filing a police report and probably getting a restraining order. But you have known him for 12 years so maybe that is normal for you. Also, why are you still getting rides from your ex that you were with for 12 years again? Maybe find another job and get away from this person for good." [deleted] Another User Comments: "Holding onto you and not stopping the car so you could get out sure sounds like a case of false imprisonment (though thankfully a short one!). It’s absurd that he felt so entitled to knowledge about your life and your continued presence. People who are manipulative and abusive can be very good at making you look and feel like the crazy one, but they’re the ones making ridiculous demands and pulling the strings until you lose it. NTJ." KaliTheBlaze Another User Comments: "NTJ. Co-worker, ex, rideshare driver: irrelevant. NO ONE holds your hand, prevents you from getting out, and bombards you with contact. Report this to your supervisor, his supervisor, and HR. Print screenshots of the texts and your response to leave you alone. Write a timeline of the personal questions, trying to get out, unwanted pursuit, and the hostile work environment this created." Popular-Way-7152