Man Charged with First-Degree Domestic Violence in Decatur

Man charged with first-degree domestic violence in Decatur

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) -- The Decatur Police Department says a man was charged with first-degree domestic violence on Sunday. At about 12:53 a.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance call at an apartment at Summer Courtyard Apartments. DPD said patrol officers arrived on the scene and found that Kobe Cowan had unlawfully entered and remained inside the apartment before he physically assaulted the person. A detective with the DPD’s Family …

Early morning disturbance at Decatur apartment leads to domestic violence arrest

A domestic disturbance at a Decatur apartment complex early Sunday has led to an arrest.

Domestic violence: The film that could spark a conversation across Europe

The feelings of isolation suffered by domestic violence victims are more intense for LGBTQ+ people or members of other marginalized groups. Legal delays prolong the suffering. TV has an important role in stimulating discussion. And telling these stories requires capturing their emotional and social depth and understanding complex relationships in contexts of vulnerability.   Graham Douglas   In a long interview with The Prisma – the first part o…

Commissioner For Gender-Based Violence & Domestic Violence Says Domestic Violence Is A Public Issue

The Commissioner for Gender-Based Violence and Domestic Violence, Samantha Pace Gasan, has voiced concern over media claims framing domestic violence as a personal or family issue.  She warned that such narratives increase stigma and silence around abuse. Emphasizing that domestic violence is a public issue and a criminal offense, the Commissioner called for responsible reporting and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to raising awareness an…