Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office Shares Domestic Violence Resources

The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is raising awareness of domestic violence during October, which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The office said it aims to inform the community about domestic violence and resources available to victims. It urged people experiencing abuse, or those who know someone who is, to contact local law enforcement or a domestic violence support organization.

The sheriff’s office can be reached at 662-624-3085. For emergencies, call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available at 800-799-7233 or by texting “START” to 88788. Its website is www.ndvh.org.

The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence can be reached at 800-989-3234. The National Dating Abuse Helpline is available at 866-331-9474 and www.loveisrespect.org.

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