News release: Domestic Violence Stats for the month of September 2015
Over the month of September 2015, the North Bay Police Service responded to 114 domestic-related calls. As a result of police investigations into these complaints, 22 people were arrested and charged.
18 men were arrested and charged. The charges were:
13 assault
1 assault with weapon
4 mischief
1 theft under $5,000
6 utter threats
2 criminal harassment
12 breach of release orders
1 forcible confinement
1 trespass to property
Four women were arrested and charged. The charges were:
2 assault
1 mischief
1 utter threats
8 breach of release orders
Help is available for victims of domestic violence
If you are a victim of domestic violence in an emergency situation and require immediate help, call 911. If you would like to talk to someone about your domestic situation but do not feel ready to talk to police, Victim Services of Nipissing District can provide you with emotional and practical support. For more information, call: 705-472-2649 or visit victimservicesnipissing.com.
