October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The New Castle Police Department urges residents to learn the signs of domestic abuse, support survivors, and use local resources and hotlines during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
The New Castle Police Department is raising awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is committed to educating the community and supporting victims through trained officers and partnerships with local organizations. Residents are encouraged to learn warning signs, listen to and believe survivors, support local services, and contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, the New Castle Police Department at 724-656-3570, or Arise Shelter’s 24-hour confidential hotline at 724-652-9036 (Arise Shelter, 1218 West State Street).