Domestic Violence Prevention
Situation Assessment
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that nearly one-third of U.S.
women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Domestic violence is associated
with an array of health problems. In the short-term, physical violence can result in serious
injuries or even death. At least one-third of all female homicide victims in the U.S. are
killed by male intimate partners.
Background
The City of Laredo’s recorded homicides in years 2014, 2015, and 2016 overwhelmingly
were domestic violence related. The predominantly below poverty level that is present in
the community raises the risk or presence of domestic violence in households. Many of
these households include families of predominantly Spanish speaking only victims who do
not understand or trust law enforcement for help. Many of the victims do not go to
emergency shelters and do not convey the outcry for help to immediate family.
Solution
The Laredo Police Department is seeking funding for Domestic Violence prevention
programs with a major component that includes collaboration with various community
partners. These partners include other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies,
community coalitions, fraternal and civic organizations, youth-serving organizations, state
and local governments, and school districts.
Target Agency
U.S. Department of Justice
Contact
Raymond E. Garner
Chief of Police
4712 Maher Avenue
Laredo, Texas 78041
Phone: (956) 795-2899
Fax: (956) 795-3120
Email: [email protected]