After an investigation into a “domestic violence incident” that allegedly occurred on Nov. 10, police officer Jellian Hobson of Paraquita Bay was arrested and charged, police said Friday in a …
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November 9, 2022
Domestic violence victims urged to break silence
Knowing the basics of how to break out of a wrist grab or other attack can make a big difference in a sudden altercation, and the Tortola Judo Club taught …
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December 9, 2021
EDITORIAL: Domestic abuse must be stopped
Even as the territory observes 16 days of activism to oppose gender-based violence, news of domestic abuse keeps hitting the headlines. Often, the details are horrendous, with recent alleged victims …
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December 1, 2021
Minister denounces violence against women
In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women organised by the United Nations, government leaders are planning 16 days of activism to oppose gender-based violence. …
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February 7, 2020
Dance raises $19k for domestic violence shelter
Currently, victims of domestic violence can stay no longer than five days in the Family Support Network’s shelter programme, which lacks a designated facility to house them. But with plans …
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November 3, 2019
Alarm sounded about domestic violence
In recent months, about half of all assault cases were domestic related, Police Commissioner Michael Matthews told the Beacon this month, adding that domestic violence remains prevalent in the community …
