Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood says his deputies responded to 1,058 domestic violence incidents last year, and in his view, there’s a critical need for a shelter serving victims of domestic violence in our area.

You can listen to his comments here:

 

The Sheriff’s department employs two crisis intervention workers and one uniformed officer dedicated to handling domestic violence cases.

Blackwood offers advice to those who might be in need of help dealing with a violent relationship.

 

For more information about how to get help, you can contact:

-The Sheriff’s Department at 919-245-2900 or dial 911 in an emergency

– Crisis Intervention Worker Amber Keith-Drowns 919-245-2950 akeith@orangecountync.gov

-The Compass Center’s 24-hour hotline 919-929-7122 or http://compassctr.org