domestic violence

A Glastonbury woman collected items for domestic violence survivors in front of Daybreak Coffee Roasters on Thursday. “During this pandemic, we’re seeing domestic violence is on the rise and people don’t have those outlets they had prior to COVID and so this is really dear to my heart, to empower women and even men alike who are courageous enough...

A Glastonbury woman collected items for domestic violence survivors in front of Daybreak Coffee Roasters on Thursday.

Officials said domestic violence impacts one in four women and is more prevalent for women in Connecticut and in the United States than diabetes and breast cancer combined and cases are on the rise amid the pandemic and the holiday season. “Domestic violence is sadly becoming more prevalent,” said Connecticut Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz on a virtual call hosted Wednesday…

Connecticut sees rise in domesticviolence in cases amid the coronavirus pandemic.

A man in his 40s was stabbed and beaten to death Saturday in South Pasadena, California, after he broke into his ex-girlfriend’s house to attack her.

The parents who lost a daughter to domestic violence are working with a group to help bring awareness to the needs of domestic violence victims, especially during the pandemic.

The man shot and killed by East Hartford police Thursday night during a domestic violence incident was a longtime school psychologist at Berlin High School.

A school psychologist at Berlin High School is dead after a domestic violence call in East Hartford led to a police shooting Thursday night and a female victim has life-threatening injuries that police said appeared to be from domestic violence.

People who knew and loved Lizzbeth Aleman-Popoca are sad, and angry that no one has been arrested for her killing. There is no official person of interest, almost three months after she was found buried in a shallow grave. Friday they came out to make that anger known, and demand answers.In East Haven, dozens of protesters called for justice...

The Hope Family Justice Center in New Haven launched about a year and a half ago, and since then, they’ve had about 1,000 visits from more than 400 domestic violence victims. “That means they’re coming back to get long term continued services and care,” said Paola Serrecchia, Hope Family Justice Center site manager, who added that’s a good thing...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and on Tuesday, New Haven officials spoke about how the COVID-19 pandemic has brought new concerns.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Emmy winner Tamron Hall is partnering with Purina to increase the number of pet friendly domestic abuse shelters in the country.

The finale of Investigation Discovery’s “Impact of Murder” series shares the story of Corrinna Martin, who lost two daughters and a granddaughter to domestic abuse. Martin is opening up about the abuse and sharing the subtle warning signs of domestic violence including manipulation, lying and constant control.

A man was arrested after he allegedly assaulted his wife in Norwalk, according to police. Police said they responded to Creeping Hemlock Drive for a domestic dispute . The caller told police that 53-year-old Joseph Sanders had choked his wife and was making Molotov cocktails intending on “committing suicide by cop,” according to police. Police said they found “improvised Molotov…

A man has been charged with murder after police say domestic violence led to the death of a woman in Windsor Locks. Police said the suspect called 911 Monday afternoon to report a murder. When officers arrived at the home they found a woman with fatal knife wounds. She was pronounced dead on scene. The suspect was arrested and charged…

The Washington Football Team released running back Derrius Guice following his arrest on domestic violence charges. The team said it learned of the allegations Thursday and contacted the NFL. The team said it met with Guice and excused him from all team activities pending a review. On Friday, the team learned of his arrest in Loudoun County, Virginia. “Upon review…

Meet Ruby, a survivor of domestic violence trying to live the life she deserves, and Steve, who hopes his family story about suicide will help others who may be struggling with mental illness.

For domestic violence victims being confined to home can be deadly during a pandemic, says singer Piera Van De Wiel. Her new single ‘Used’ hopes to draw attention to the dilemma.

Police are investigating after what they say appears to be a domestic incident at Howard Johnson in Mystic. The incident occurred at approximately 7:44 p.m. Friday night on Greenmanville Avenue. One person was transported to the hospital with injuries, according to police. Police are investigating the incident. No additional information was immediately available.