Breaking the Silence

Investigators Corporal Amy Dyson and Kathleen Pope 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.

Statesville Police Department Domestic Violence Specialists: