Domestic violence, battering, or family abuse-all ways to describe a pattern of abusive behavior that some individuals use to control others. Any type of violence, abuse, or threat that one partner in a relationship commits against another. It includes, but is not limited to physical, sexual, emotional, verbal and psychological attacks.
It’s a problem that has been happening for years and every year in the United States affects millions of people—most often women.
The Statesville Police Department (SPD) is dedicated to working to prevent domestic violence in our area. The SPD has pledged support in working with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations to prevent domestic violence.
If you are ever in immediate danger, CALL 911. For non-emergent assistance, you can contact the 24-Hour Crisis Lines:
🔹Local: 704-872-3403
🔹National: 800-799-SAFE (7233)
Breaking the Silence: Investigators Corporal J. Castillo and Officer J. Findley are assigned as the Statesville Police Department Domestic Violence Specialists (DVS). The DVS conducts criminal investigations individually and in conjunction with other officers and agencies with regard to incidents of domestic violence within the City of Statesville. DVS responsibilities also include maintaining a comprehensive intelligence database on domestic violence incidents, suspects, victims, training, protocols, victim services/resources and providing training to officers in domestic violence response, investigation, and interviewing techniques. The DVS also assists victims in the application process for domestic violence protection orders, provides victims with information and referrals for community resources, and helps victims create a safety plan.
The Domestic Violence Task Force of Iredell County provides the below resources: The City of Statesville Police Department is dedicated to working to prevent domestic violence in our area. Statesville PD has pledged support in working with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations to prevent domestic violence.
