NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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KIRKLAND LAKE - Members of the Kirkland Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have investigated 40 domestic-related incidents in the month of August, seven of which resulted in someone being charged with a criminal offence.
Some of the charges include:
- Assault (seven counts)
- Uttering Threats - Cause Death or Bodily Harm (three counts)
- Resist Peace Officer
- Break, Enter Dwelling House
- Mischief Under $5,000
- Fail to Comply with Recognizance
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order
The OPP will not be releasing names in order to protect the identity of the victims.
Victims in abusive relationships are not alone. If you are in an abusive relationship or know someone who is, there are local resources here to help. A toll-free call can be placed to the Assaulted Women's Helpline at 1-866-863-0511 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential. You can also visit the following websites for more information:
Temiskaming Victim Services at: www.tdvictimservices.ca and Pavilion Women's Centre at: pavilionwc.com/.
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