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Resources for domestic violence victims, survivors

What is abuse?

What questions do you have about domestic violence and ‘Loving in Fear’?

Bexar County juvenile detention officer arrested, accused of using two hands to choke woman

Defendant accused of running over, killing ex-wife told SAPD she should have moved out of the way

BCSO corporal arrested in domestic violence case, sheriff’s office says

SAPD officer stabbed in neck; suspect charged with attempted capital murder

Christopher Joshua Perry, 23, is charged with attempted capital murder of a police officer.

After 13 years in abusive relationship, San Antonio woman begins using her voice for good

After 13 years of domestic violence, a San Antonio woman is free. Just months into her recovery, she's finding her voice and using it for good. In July she will be the keynote speaker for a violence awareness event.

New study looking at how guns increase risk of domestic violence homicides

Leading experts in the nation, including in San Antonio, are working on updating the Danger Assessment by finding out more about how guns affect intimate partner homicide.

International art exhibit in San Antonio portrays real domestic violence survivors

Two renowned artists have chosen to exhibit their emotional paintings in San Antonio, where domestic abuse is a key issue.

Boerne police sergeant arrested on domestic assault charge

Sgt. Pablo Morales, a 10-year veteran of the Boerne Police Department is charged with assault causing bodily injury/family violence.

‘It’s been a lot work’: More than half of backlogged domestic violence cases resolved in less than 2 months

Earlier this year, Bexar County courts were approved to have two additional judges help with the backlog in domestic violence cases. That backlog has been cut by about 60% in less than two months.

New Bexar County associate judge to help with increasing caseload in Children’s Court

Associate Judge Raul Perales will hear CPS cases involving child abuse, neglect and domestic violence.

Stress from recent price hikes, economic strain can fuel domestic violence

When stress rises, so does family violence. It’s a trend seen locally and nationwide, according to Family Violence Prevention Services. Experts say recent economic stress is to blame for an increase in calls to the local shelter.

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Saving Promise: Escaping generations of intimate partner violence

Domestic violence investigators added to Bexar County Family Justice Center

New child abuse laws change the way judges rule in court

On the heels of two child deaths in San Antonio, allegedly from abuse, KSAT is taking a look at new laws passed last year that affect abuse and Child Protective Services cases.

What’s Up South Texas! Woman turns her painful past into a resilient future for victims of violent crimes

A San Antonio woman is turning her painful past into a bright and resilient future for victims of violent crimes across south Texas. Margaret Fernandez is the founder and CEO of the non-profit 3rd Street Closet.

Rural communities underserved in domestic violence resources

A recent homicide in Pearsall at the hands of a woman's ex-boyfriend is highlighting the inequities of domestic violence resources in rural communities.

Murdered teen’s life honored by foundation teaching other students, offering scholarships

Erin Rios Castro was murdered by her on-and-off-again boyfriend on her 19th birthday. During Teen Dating Violence Awareness month, her family honors her by serving others.

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‘It’s a bad situation’: Bexar County judges tackling thousands of backlogged family violence cases

Bexar County Courts begin a new approach to tackling the backlog of family violence cases.

‘Hope is not enough.’ Domestic violence collaborative lays out plans, accomplishments

A sprawling group of leaders collected on the steps of City Hall on Monday morning, offering transparency about what their one-of-a-kind domestic violence commission is doing to prevent these tragedies.

‘He’s a predator:’ Ex-wife of twice-fired officer worries he’ll win his job back again

SAPD Officer Javier Perales Jr. received two indefinite suspensions in about as many months. The first was in November 2017 for threatening his ex-wife and her father, a cancer patient. As he tries to appeal the second case, his ex-wife tells us why she believes the alleged victim.

SAPD officer arrested, accused of striking woman in face during domestic dispute

Officer Christian Harris, 28, was taken into custody just before 3 a.m. after Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an assault call, according to an SAPD media release.

Longtime San Antonio domestic violence prevention advocate elected to head state coalition

When it comes to domestic violence Marta Pelaez is already a highly-coveted leader for her knowledge on the subject. She said she is thrilled to take that knowledge and help tackle domestic violence issues statewide.

San Antonio police officer fired after botching domestic violence call, striking cyclist in separate incident

The San Antonio Police Department issued two indefinite suspensions for an officer who mishandled a domestic violence call and struck a cyclist with his car in a separate incident, according to records recently obtained by KSAT 12 News.

Bexar County Commissioners approve over $3.3 million to address domestic violence case backlog

On Tuesday, Bexar County commissioners approved over $3.3 million in funding for the courts to handle a spike in domestic violence cases that has caused a significant backlog.

‘You can rot in jail!’ Children lash out at their father in court for killing their mother

The children of a murdered San Antonio woman had strong words for their father during his sentencing Monday morning. Brian Ramos was convicted in the murder of Josephine Ramos, his wife of 17 years.

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Bexar County constable opens community pantry to serve those in need

Bexar County Pct. 4 Constable Kathryn Brown hopes to better serve her community through a pantry she opened in her office.

Stabbing involving exes raises awareness about the dangers of domestic violence

An organization dedicated to fighting domestic violence is hoping the latest violent crime, where a man allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend multiple times, reminds victims of domestic violence to seek help.

Criminal charges against fired SAPD officer dismissed days before he was scheduled for arbitration

A San Antonio police officer fired last year after being arrested in two separate domestic violence related incidents was able to get the charges in both cases dismissed this week, Bexar County court records show.

What you need to know about protective orders in Bexar County: KSAT Explains

The KSAT Explains team breaks down what you need to know about protective orders and shares the incredible stories of two domestic violence survivors.

Domestic violence deaths increase statewide in 2020, Bexar County sees 31% increase

Domestic violence isn’t just about physical abuse. It includes any behavior with the purpose to gain control over a partner.

Watch: San Antonio city leaders remember lives lost, share resources during Domestic Violence Awareness Month event

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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‘She died a hero,’ says brother of teacher shot, killed during domestic incident

A San Antonio teacher never finished her first week on the job teaching at La Petite Academy after police say she was shot and killed, allegedly at the hands of her boyfriend.

State’s push to teach teens about domestic violence, teen dating falls short, SA councilman says

San Antonio councilman Manny Pelaez is asking that city council consider a request to mandate that any school district or university that takes city funds teach family violence, teen dating, or sex trafficking to students, without the option to opt-out.

Advocates concerned about high rate of domestic violence in San Antonio

Advocates say San Antonio’s domestic violence rate is at epidemic levels. Local organizations are tackling this issue and shared details about what’s happening in our community and their strategy to save lives during Friday’s State of Domestic Violence event.

‘She’s alive, you didn’t kill her’: Family and victim of domestic violence face abuser in court

Two years after Rhiannon Hayes was pushed out of a moving vehicle by her then-husband Dominque Green, Green was given a 10-year jail sentence.

New first-of-it’s kind program looks to break the cycle of family violence

‘My mugshot is going to go out on the news’: Fired SAPD detective worried about publicity during family violence arrest

Days before a fired San Antonio police detective is scheduled for arbitration, records obtained by the KSAT 12 Defenders show he was worried about negative publicity and claimed the only reason he was in custody for family violence was because he was a cop.

Sheriff: Suspect sought after taking child, leading Bexar County deputies on chase

A 40-year-old man is on the run after he assaulted two people, took his child by force, led Bexar County sheriff’s deputies on a chase and escaped despite being shocked with a Taser, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said.

Deputies searching for man who assaulted 2 people before taking child, leading BCSO on chase, sheriff says

A 40-year-old man is on the run after he assaulted two people, took his child by force, led Bexar County sheriff’s deputies on a chase and escaped despite being shocked with a Taser, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said.

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Woman found dead under concrete slab may have been victim of domestic violence

In the latest installment of South Texas Crime Stories, KSAT dives into the story of a San Antonio woman whose skeletal remains were found back in the late 1990′s.

Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for murdering 19-year-old girlfriend by hitting her with his car

Joshua Garcia has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of his girlfriend Erin Castro who was killed just hours after her 19th birthday.

San Antonio police could take supporting role on some calls

City staff presented the Public Safety Committee with an update of the police services review that began last year in response to numerous protests and calls to change policing in San Antonio.

Domestic violence prevention advocates say victims are suffering in silence for fear of small town talk

Victims of domestic violence are reluctant to seek help because news travels fast in small towns, and everyone knows everyone, a domestic violence survivor advocate says.

Arrested officer had history of discipline issues, repeated encounters with SAPD. Why was he allowed to protect and serve?

A Von Ormy police officer fired last month after being charged with family assault had repeated encounters with San Antonio police prior to being taken into custody, records obtained by the KSAT 12 Defenders show.

Family shares twin sons’ coming out journeys to help others learn acceptance for their loved ones

A San Antonio family is sharing their story about their twin sons’ coming out journeys and how they grew to accept each other to help other families going through the same process.

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