From the West Alabama Newsroom– A Selma non-profit organization that helps battered woman escape abusive relationships — needs help from the community to continue its work. SABRA Sanctuary is an emergency temporary shelter — that helps victims of domestic violence — get back on their feet — and rebuild their lives. The organization is raising money for a new shelter….
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Domestic violence cases are on the rise in west Alabama. Several law enforcement agencies are reporting an up-tick in domestic violence calls since the Coronavirus pandemic started. Marengo County has had four homicides in the last few weeks. And authorities say three of the four involve domestic violence. They also say domestic calls are among…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and a Selma non-profit holds a candlelight vigil in support of victims. SABRA Sanctuary hosted the event in front of Selma City Hall Thursday evening. More than a dozen people took part in a brief ceremony that included a survivor’s testimony. Event organizers say a candlelight vigil was the…
