Niagara County, NY – The Niagara County Sheriff’s Office is spotlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, urging residents to help raise awareness and support victims of abuse.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, victim advocates have been “busy throughout October” assisting individuals and families affected by domestic violence. Officials encourage anyone experiencing or witnessing abuse—whether physical, emotional, verbal, or financial—to reach out for help immediately.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, intimate-partner violence accounts for approximately 15 percent of all violent crime nationwide. Local officials say that raising awareness and offering accessible support remain key tools in preventing further harm.
Residents can contact the Niagara County Sheriff’s Domestic Violence Unit at 716-438-3301 or the non-emergency line at 716-438-3393 for confidential assistance. In any emergency, residents should call 911.
Throughout October, purple ribbons and outreach events across Western New York highlight the message: Recognize it. Report it. Prevent it.
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