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RVIPF – ‘Reduce Domestic Assaults – Take a Time Out’

Sergeant Kendolph Bobb of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Family and Juvenile Unit says that while the annual festival celebrations should be enjoyable, typically this time of year presents an increase in the number of domestic assaults and is urging individuals to take a time out instead of resorting to violence of abusive behaviour. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Sergeant Kendolph Bobb of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Family and Juvenile Unit says that while the annual festival celebrations should be enjoyable, typically this time of year presents an increase in the number of domestic assaults and is urging individuals to take a time out instead of resorting to violence or abusive behaviour.

“As the festivities heighten during this time so does the number of domestic assaults. Too often, a few drinks can cause ordinary level-headed individuals to lose their cool in a tense situation. So can the rage caused by feelings of betrayal in a suspected affair either by the boyfriend or girlfriend, husband or wife,” he said.

The message from the RVIPF is “Take a Time Out.”

“We are asking men and women who find themselves emotionally charged and on the brink of losing control during this time to taking a time out. Choose to walk away, get some fresh air and sort it out tomorrow when heads are clearer. Let it go for now and save yourself the humiliation of a Police station or hospital visit, nasty injuries, court time and charges that can lead to time in prison,” Bobb said.

With this in mind, the RVIPF is hoping that all have an enjoyable, safe and festive emancipation celebration.

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