POLICE recorded more than 30 domestic violence interventions in Wagga over a single weekend in a haunting depiction of the epidemic sweeping the nation.
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But it is unclear whether the rise in reports is due to an increase in offences, or a result of more victims standing up to take action.
Wagga crime manager Inspector Darren Cloake said despite being a strain on resources, the call-outs are a top priority.
“There’s one car off the road that would normally be detecting other crimes, but it has to be done because family violence is a key priority and takes precedent over most other offences,” he said.
“We’ve seen more reports of suspected domestic violence in the community but to me it’s also a positive because it shows people are standing up for themselves and seeking help.
“Early intervention is the key to prevent these long term issues from continuing to happen.”