**Statement of Thanks**
From Common Council President José G. Pérez March 3, 2023
Earlier this week my family experienced an incredible tragedy with the loss of my beautiful niece to domestic violence. The sorrow and pain of losing her has been one of the most difficult things my family and I have ever experienced.
I want to thank my extended family, colleagues, friends, and the community for the outpouring of support my family and I have received during this time. I would also like to thank the Milwaukee Police Department, particularly the Homicide Division, for their efforts and professionalism throughout this difficult process. Additionally, I would like to thank the Office of Violence Prevention for their work.
Domestic violence can be found anywhere, can exist in any neighborhood, and can affect any family. It is incumbent upon everyone to make themselves aware and to be vigilant of the signs of domestic violence – and then to be proactive in sounding the alarm to protect potential victims.
Below are resources to turn to if you or someone you know may be in a threatening situation.
The UMOS Latina Resource Center Crisis Line – (414) 389-6510
Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services – 414-220-SAFE (7233)
IMPACT 211 (Dial 2-1-1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline (Hablo Español) – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Sojourner Family Peace Center – 414-933-2722
Milwaukee Women’s Center – 414-671-6140
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.
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