Domestic violence deaths reflect families’ loss and grief - Mississippi Today

Domestic violence deaths reflect families’ loss and grief - Mississippi Today

It was like seeing the writing on the wall and waiting for the worse to happen.  Family members and friends said they saw signs of physical, mental and other domestic abuse, and searched for ways to keep their loved ones safe: home security, a trip out of town, a firearm.  Some of the individuals experiencing the abuse turned to the legal system by seeking a protection order. Others looked for a way out of the harmful relationship.  But despite …

The number of domestic violence cases is increasing alarmingly: police had almost 59,500 cases last year alone, 35% more than in 2019. At the same time, the number of victims who find the courage to leave abusive relationships and report their...

More than 300 people benefited from the Itinerant Justice Day that was held in the Plaza “San Martín” of the Mallars town centre of the district of Marcavelica, in Sullana, and in which they provided attention to demands for food, filiation, rectification of departures, and complaints of violence against women and members of the family group. In addition to medical, legal, psychological, legal guidance and haircut.

Family violence driving rise in crime

MILDURA'S crime rate has risen for the fourth successive year since the lows of COVID-19, driven by a continued surge in family violence incidents. Total criminal incidents rose 7.2 per cent in 2024 to an average of about 18 incidents...

Domestic violence deaths reflect families’ loss and grief

Senate bill to study domestic violence deaths in an effort to help people stay safe and prevent future deaths gives families hope for change It was like seeing the writing on the wall and waiting for the worse to happen.

The number of crimes registered in the Upper Palatinate decreased in 2024 compared to the previous year – especially in the areas of fraud and drug trafficking. However, there were more sexual offences and cases of domestic violence.