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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine crime statistics fail to show extent of domestic violence
State Department of Public Safety figures suggest domestic violence assaults have dropped for the sixth year running, but many cases are never reported.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Vassalboro man admits he stalked ex-girlfriend, stole her father’s ashes and her daughter’s geckos
Edward B. Robinson, 40, is expected to serve four years in prison after pleading guilty Thursday to assault and terrorizing charges.
Posted inNews
Bath man arrested on domestic violence warrant following suspected car burglary
Kent Little, 26, of Bath was arrested on a warrant for domestic violence criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, and given a summons for unlawful possession of drugs.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Faces of domestic violence posted in Yarmouth, Falmouth
“It’s letting people know that we’re done with the suffering and the violence. The community needs to stand with survivors,” says Finding Our Voices volunteer.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills
Hartford man sentenced to 50 years for girlfriend’s murder
The judge said it was one of the most brutal beatings he had ever experienced as a judge and homicide prosecutor.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills
Judge rules on motions in South Paris double murder case
The trial of Mark Penley of Peru is expected to be held in October in Oxford County Superior Court.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Man arrested in Standish after nine-hour standoff
Police took Kenneth Cordwell of Windham into custody after being called to a home for a report of domestic violence.
Posted inNews
Midcoast domestic violence nonprofit sees increased need during pandemic
During the pandemic, the average length of time a victim would need emergency shelter increased 2,100%.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Oxford Hills
Domestic violence victims face unique challenges posed by the pandemic
Safe Voices and the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence also share ways to support the domestic abuse survivors in one’s life.