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Converse is seeing a scary jump in domestic violence cases, so the police department is overhauling how they handle these reports. They’re bringing in a dedicated advocate to help survivors navigate the legal system so they don't get lost in the red tape.
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The city is shifting resources to fund this advocacy role, which aims to reduce long-term costs associated with recurring violence and legal inefficiencies.
Homeless individuals in the area.
No groups negatively affected
When Jo Marie Montague walks into work at the Converse Police Department, she knows the phone calls and walk-ins she handles may be coming from someone at the most dangerous point in their life.
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The police department is implementing a new protocol to assist homeless individuals in the city, particularly near major bridges.