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.
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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.
The police department is implementing a new protocol to assist homeless individuals in the city, particularly near major bridges.
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