Domestic Violence
What is domestic abuse?
If you are suffering physical, sexual, psychological, emotional or financial abuse or are being threatened or intimidated in your home by a current or previous partner or adult family member you are a victim of domestic abuse.
You may be feeling frightened, isolated, ashamed and confused. Remember you are not to blame for what is happening. You are not alone, and above all you do not have to suffer in silence - help is available.
How can the police help?
If you are suffering abuse, you can contact us by ringing your local police station, or by dialling 999 in an emergency. To contact your local station call our central switchboard on 101 and they will connect you.
Our first priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of you and your children. You will be dealt with sympathetically and spoken to separately from the person responsible for the abuse.
If you have been injured it is important that your injuries are examined by doctor. We can arrange medical aid if necessary, as well as safe place for you and your children.
To protect you and your children, we will take firm and positive action against your abuser. It may be that you are required to give evidence in court at a later date. We can support you throughout this process if you wish.
How can a domestic abuse officer help?
Wherever you live in the West Midlands there is a domestic abuse officer who can help you.
They are trained and experienced officers who can offer practical advice and support in all aspects of domestic abuse. They will see you at a time and place convenient to you and can refer you to other caring agencies who may be able to help.
Have I brought this upon myself?
No, it is not your fault. Domestic abuse occurs when a person tries to bully or control another. Responsibility lies entirely with that person.
Types of abuse?
Domestic abuse can involve a wide range of abusive and controlling behaviour including:
- PHYSICAL beating, kicking, slapping, punching, burning, strangulation, stabbing,
- EMOTIONAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL jealousy, humiliation, degradation, put downs, isolation from family and friends, threats of suicide, using your children to inform or report on you
- SEXUAL rape, enforced sex or prostitution, pornography, or any sexual behaviour or activity which you find unacceptable
- VERBAL ABUSE, name calling, or threats to harm
- FINANCIAL CONTROL, withholding money, always calling you to account for spending
Contacts
Please vivit the Contact page for links and telephone numbers of people who can help if you are suffering from Domestic Abuse.
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