Domestic Violence

Some county lawmakers say the Commonwealth’s Attorney isn’t prosecuting enough cases. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports.

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.

A roommate says he was in the house when it happened. Tracee Wilkins reports.

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.

As millions of Americans await a decision on a second relief bill, advocacy groups warn that some victims of domestic violence didn’t receive their first round of assistance. News4’s Cory Smith shares their urgent message to the IRS.

Prince George’s County unveiled new technology to document evidence of domestic violence that may otherwise be invisible. This week, the county began using a new protocol, coordinating police, prosecutors, sheriff’s deputies and medical staff at University of Maryland Capital Region Health Center. A new forensic tool helps detect evidence of strangulation. “Wounds and scars and injuries that you may...

News4’s Chris Gordon reports on new protocols to help domestic violence survivors.

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.

Strangulation will be a felony in Maryland starting Thursday, after advocacy related to domestic violence. “I almost died being strangled by my abuser,” one woman told News4’s Darcy Spencer. Victims of strangulation are much more likely to be killed by their abusers in the future, said the head of the special victims division in the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s...

Running back Derrius Guice was arrested on domestic violence charges and released by the Washington Football Team. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports.

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…

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.

Karla Mejia is the community organizer for the Violence Intervention Program, a group that supports victims of domestic violence.

The coronavirus is causing an increase in domestic violence in Montgomery County, Maryland. Here’s what the county is doing to help. News4’s Chris Gordon reports.

With schools closed and teachers unable to report suspected cases of abuse, child welfare agencies have lost some of their best eyes and ears as the coronavirus pandemic strains families

Domestic violence cases can spike in a time of crisis and economic uncertainty. News4’s Meagan Fitzgerlad speaks to a domestic violence survivor as well as an expert and provides resources.

A man who survived severe domestic abuse by his ex-girlfriend for years is speaking out in an effort to warn others who may be staying with their abusers during quarantine.  “Things turned physical years ago,” said Jerome, a domestic abuse survivor. ”When you’re in love, you seem to turn your head.” In February, his ex-girlfriend ran him over with...

The pressure and strain of being socially isolated is especially trying for people living in abusive relationships. With courts closed, it’s a difficult time for victims of domestic violence — but there is still help. News4’s Tracee Wilkins reports how to get help and have a survival plan.

The steep rise in coronavirus deaths appears to be leveling off in New York, echoing a trend underway in Italy and Spain