Killaloe OPP is encouraging people to seek help if they’re living in an abusive relationship. This after a trying week, in which the detachment responded to five domestic calls.
One incident, last Wednesday, led to the arrest of a 37-year-old from Bonnechere Valley for mischief and breaching conditions.
The next day, a 61-year-old from Madawaska Valley was charged with assault in a separate incident.
Three other people were charged from domestic calls over the weekend.
On Saturday, a 34-year-old from Madawaska Valley was charged with domestic assault and mischief.
On Sunday, a 33-year-old from Bonnechere Valley was charged with assault and careless storage of a firearm. And a 55-year-old from Madawaska Valley was charged with assault, uttering threats and mischief.
If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship, help is available. You can contact Bernadette McCann House 24 hours a day, seven day a week for support, advice, or the safety of a shelter. The number to call is 1-800-267-4930.
The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060.
You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team.
Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence. They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1-877-568-5730.
But if it’s an emergency, call 911.
