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Domestic
violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that occurs between family members or
intimate partners. It takes many forms and can happen once in a while or all the
time. It does not discriminate and may take the form of threats, physical
attacks, rapes, or sexual assaults directed at the victim, the victim's
children, family members, or property. It crosses ethnic, racial, age, national
origin, religious, and socioeconomic lines.
It should
never happen to anyone. Not ever. Not even once. Period. But it does. If you
are a victim of domestic violence or afraid you may become a victim there is
help. The Huntley Police Department will conduct follow-up visits with victims
of domestic violence within 24 hours of the initial police call. Victims will
be given resources available for obtaining orders of protection, counseling
services, and area shelters to name a few. Victims are encouraged to contact
county agencies to assist them in getting help and stopping the violence.
Questions
regarding this program can be directed to
Sgt. Linda Hooten at 847-515-5336.
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