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Domestic Violence Surge Demands Action | Bahamas News
Domestic violence reports have surged 125% in just six months, jumping from 367 to 825—forcing Opposition Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis to demand a national strategy. While more victims may be coming forward and record-keeping could improve, the scale of the spike demands urgent action. Sexual offenses are also up 13%, with nearly all unlawful sexual encounters involving known attackers—and half occurring inside homes. Barnett-Ellis calls for comprehensive reforms: early intervention, better victim support, shelter funding, and systemic reviews of how cases move through police and courts…
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