Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office Raises Awareness During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
During October, which is observed as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is working to increase awareness of domestic violence in the community. The agency aims to inform residents about what domestic violence entails and provides resources available to victims.
Sheriff’s officials encourage anyone experiencing domestic violence or knowing someone who is to contact local law enforcement or support organizations. They also urge the community to share information to help end domestic violence in the area.
Contact information includes the Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office at 662-624-3085, emergency services via 911, and the 24-hour National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or by texting “START” to 88788. Additional resources are available through the Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence at 1-800-989-3234 and the National Dating Abuse Helpline at 1-866-331-9474.
Supporters are encouraged to share these resources and raise awareness using hashtags such as #coahomacountysheriff, #domesticviolenceawareness, and #domesticviolenceprevention.
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