DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Launched in 2020, the program stands for Domestic Abuse Response Team and pairs officers with social workers to respond to high-risk cases of domestic violence.

Jonathan Torres is charged with assault of a family member and unlawful restraint. He was arrested on Tuesday, according to the Houston Police Department. The alleged crime happened while Torres was off-duty.

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, our Re'Chelle Turner introduces us to a woman who created a guide for abuse victims who want to escape their situation but may not be sure how to start.

A man is in police custody after being charged with shooting his girlfriend during an argument near Downtown Houston.

Houston police are looking for the woman's brother.

Investigators say Aaron Holt was indicted by a grand jury after he was accused of contacting a witness in a domestic violence case to get a victim to drop the charges.

As KPRC 2 continues to follow the investigations into two recent shooting deaths involving female college students, we are checking in with local resources that specialize in issues related to stalking, harassment and domestic violence.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said Kerry Cunningham tried breaking into his estranged wife's apartment and shot and killed Clifton Johnson, who recently arrived in Houston from Florida.

Hurricane Beryl not only damaged homes and knocked out power for many in the Houston area, but it also fostered unsafe situations at home.

The new four-story facility is located on El Camino Street on Houston’s Southside. The new facility is also under high security and has 120 beds, but will be able to triple the center’s capacity with 360 beds.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says deputies are treating the incident as a murder-suicide that stems from domestic violence.

Family violence incidents are being reported at an alarming rate in the Houston area.

A Houston man is accused of using a machete to attack his own family members on Wednesday.

KPRC 2 is dedicated to providing resources for those experiencing domestic or intimate partner violence. We recognize that breaking free from such trauma is challenging. However, what happens when survivors must co-parent with their abusers due to a court order after breaking free?

Check out these three signs that can help you recognize if your child is in an unhealthy relationship. It's important to be aware and have open conversations with your children about dating.

Are you in a dangerous relationship and need help? Do you know someone who needs help? In part of our effort to help people in the community, our team put together a list of groups in our area that can help victims of domestic violence.

Houston police have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend. According to police, the shooting occurred on Jan. 17 at an apartment complex in west Houston.

Four adults and a child are dead after a shooting in Fort Bend County authorities said appears to be a case of domestic violence.

Family and friends of Christina Abner held a vigil on Friday to remember the 33-year-old mother who lost her life in a domestic violence dispute this month.

A woman is dead after she was shot and killed by her wife in east Houston on Thursday, according to the Houston Police Department.

A woman was shot and killed at her apartment in north Harris County and deputies said the suspected gunman is her boyfriend.

A woman is now dead after a man reportedly killed her and caused blunt-force trauma to her three small children in southeast Houston.

A deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office was arrested for assaulting his girlfriend Friday, court documents said.

In an effort to help victims, KPRC 2 News created a series, “Breaking Free,” reporting on domestic-related violence and its horrific consequences. The series showcased various stories of survival, heartache, and some even ending in death, but each shared a list of free domestic violence resources on how to get help.

KPRC 2 reached out to several Houston-area colleges and universities to find out the resources they provide to students who are experiencing domestic violence and abuse in their relationships.

Two family members of a woman who was murdered and found dead in the trunk of her vehicle in southwest Houston said she did a lot for her sisters, and they are heartbroken about this loss.

Family violence incidents are being reported at an alarming rate in the Houston area.

A woman was found dead after police said her husband possibly stabbed her to death before attempting to kill himself at a home in Houston early Wednesday morning.

Middle Eastern experts have a discussion about whether a peaceful resolution is possible in the region as the Israel-Hamas war continues.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and on Monday, several key leaders addressed how the violence is impacting the City of Houston and the resources available to victims and their families.

The man accused of killing his wife following a five-hour standoff last weekend faced a judge on Monday.

Did you know that about one in four women and nearly one in 10 men have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime?

A deputy chief of the Klein Fire Department was arrested for hitting his girlfriend during a dispute, according to documents.

Families to Freedom was created to help women who cannot get into a shelter, because it may be over capacity. The drivers help them find a safe place to go even if its outside of Houston. Organizers said without drivers, there’s many domestic violence victims whom are unable to get away from their abusers.

Saturday was a special day for a group of survivors, former victims of domestic violence and abuse.

A family violence call to police lead to a pursuit which lasted about 35 minutes in southwest Houston Friday.

A man is in custody after investigators said he admitted to fatally shooting his girlfriend at a northeast Houston home Thursday evening.

A woman escaped a home in Tomball Friday after she was reportedly held against her will, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen’s Office said.

A woman is dead after being shot by her boyfriend in southwest Houston Sunday evening.

A Houston man who held a woman captive in a house while beating and torturing her until she gave him money and signed over the title to her Mercedes-Benz has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.

Fans around the world are mourning after it was announced that legendary artist “Tina Turner” died Tuesday at the age of 83. The woman, who dominated as both an R&B showstopper and the “Queen of Rock n’ Roll,” was a pillar of strength for domestic violence victims.

A man was shot and stabbed in what appeared to be a self-defense situation at an apartment complex in northeast Houston Thursday, the Houston Police Department said.

A man accused of assaulting his girlfriend and shooting two of her brothers and her uncle in southeast Houston earlier this week has since been arrested.

Bright Sky App is said to be the first American app to offer free and discrete resources for victims of domestic violence.

Learn more about The Houston Area Women’s Center (HAWC. They provide domestic and sexual violence services free of charge to women, children, men and families.

KPRC 2 and our community partners at Energy Transfer and Houston Christian University are proud to host a phone bank with volunteers from Houston Area Women’s Center today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A grieving mother is speaking out after her daughter was killed by her estranged husband. Huntsville police say Tianne Jones was shot and killed by Roy Wasbotten, who took his own life after the shooting on Summer Lane, on March 8.

Investigators say a man and woman got into some sort of altercation and witnesses allegedly reported seeing the man abusing the woman in a complex hallway. Police said the woman eventually pulled out a gun and shot the man in the chest.

A man has been arrested and charged after police say he shot his wife several times in southeast Houston.

By the time the problem of intimate partner abuse gets to court, jail, or prison, the damage has already been done.

The link between domestic violence and hurting animals has long been established, yet services to help survivors escape an abuser with their pets, are limited.

Stories of violence against transgender people in Houston are not uncommon but for a transgender woman, who KPRC 2 isn’t identifying, the violence came from the people she least expected.

This week, the entire KPRC 2 team is working on ‘Breaking Free’ to help domestic and partner abuse survivors. Our goal is to provide resources, support and solutions to help people in our community. We have a panel of experts ready right now to answer your questions. You can call 713-778-8920 to talk with a domestic violence expert.

Wrecker drivers across the bayou help several victims a month by ‘Breaking Free’ of domestic violence.

Countless cases of domestic violence have turned deadly in the Greater Houston area recently. KPRC 2 wants you to know that help is available to leave these situations before it's too late

For many domestic violence survivors, the decision to move forward with prosecuting their attacker can be daunting and painful. This is why advocates encourage survivors to seek help when navigating the criminal justice system.

Roger Wayne Douglas, 51, pleaded guilty to murder after prosecutors said he shot and killed 47-year-old Tanya Melton at his apartment, located in the 2000 block of San Sebastian Court, in the early-morning hours of Aug. 1, 2020.

Homelessness. Living on the street. So many things can drive you here; Drug abuse, alcoholism, loss of job, and yes, even domestic violence.

Can you imagine, you get into your car and drive home and all the while someone is tracking you, able to follow you wherever you go, using a cheap, tiny device no bigger than a quarter?

When domestic violence happens, it is typically behind closed doors. Victims may feel isolated and helpless. Sometimes family members and friends may be aware of the abuse and domestic violence advocates said there are several things they can do to help the victim.

Domestic violence has no boundaries or barriers. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or sexual orientation; but much of the domestic violence awareness movement focuses on solely heterosexual relationships. Members of the LGBTQ community say they do not feel seen or heard.

Many times if you or a loved one is planning to get out of a dangerous relationship, there are financial and legal aspects you need to know about. Learn more about what someone needs to do to prepare legal and other documents before an escape.

A survivor of domestic abuse, Dr. Conti Terrell started Fresh Spirit Wellness in 1997 after realizing there was a different type of dynamic for African American women who are dealing with it. She discovered that certain conversations that needed to happen were not taking place and many fears that these women had were not being addressed.

Three women are dead after law enforcement officers say they got into an argument with either their boyfriend or male friend inside of a car last week.

According to a report published by the Texas Council on Family Violence, 35 men were killed statewide by an intimate partner in 2021.

Intimate partner violence involving couples in their golden years is something that even law enforcement doesn’t expect when they arrive to domestic violence emergencies.

Dr. Emily Jamea is giving tips for red flags to recognize abusive relationships.

February is teen dating violence awareness month and as part of our Breaking Free series, KPRC 2 is shedding light on intimate partner violence and how you can recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship.

IN THIS EPISODE:

It’s a dangerous problem that’s often hidden from public view until it becomes deadly. Domestic violence caused by an intimate partner can leave victims feeling vulnerable and trapped. But help exists. Next week, KPRC 2 presents “Breaking Free”. We are partnering with law enforcement and agencies across our area to bring you a weeklong series focused on stopping partner violence. The goal is to provide support, resources, and solutions that can save lives.

A Missouri City police officer who is running to be Houston’s next mayor was arrested Tuesday after being charged with continuous violence against the family, court records show.

A community continues to mourn the loss of a 29-year-old Alief Independent School District teacher.

Bond has been denied for the man accused of setting fire to the homes belonging to his estranged wife and her family, in addition to attempting to run his wife over with a vehicle, according to prosecutors.

More than $4 million is headed to the Houston area to help combat mental health challenges for domestic violence survivors.

This time of the year can be a dangerous one.

Following three domestic violence-related homicides in the Houston area over the past 24 hours, victims’ advocates called on greater community support for those who are suffering and in need of help.

A man is sentenced to prison after a jury convicted him of assaulting his girlfriend with a hatchet in November of 2020, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office.

Galveston County District Judge John Ellisor has sentenced Dudley Joseph Bernard to 30 years in prison for shooting and killing his wife on Thanksgiving night three years ago.

IN THIS EPISODE: After several rough cases involving abuse and neglect in children--including here in Harris County, Host Khambrel Marshall sits down with Dr. Bob Sanborn, president and CEO of Children At Risk. He believes that much of the abuse and suffering in children can be reduced if the government stepped forward.

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and domestic violence advocates will announce a $4.7 million Domestic Violence Assistance Fund to help victims.

A man was been arrested and charged with murder after reportedly choking his common-law wife to death during a dispute about the way she disciplined their kids in southeast Houston Tuesday, authorities said.

The Houston Area Women’s Center will be joining several city officials for a press conference in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

A Katy man has been arrested after allegedly shooting a 27-year-old woman on Saturday afternoon, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office.

A Houston man was sentenced to life in prison for using a hammer to murder a woman he was having a relationship with in 2018, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.

An investigation is underway after deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a woman fatally shot her boyfriend during a domestic violence incident in north Harris County Thursday.

A suspect who is accused of torturing and sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend was found shot multiple times, but police aren’t sure who pulled the trigger, reports said.

A man has been arrested and charged after stabbing and strangling his ex-girlfriend at her southwest Houston apartment complex, police said.

A search is underway after a man fatally shot his ex-wife while her son was at home Monday, Harris County sheriff’s deputies said.

An investigation is underway after a man stabbed his wife to death in Atascocita Tuesday, Harris County sheriff’s deputies said.

University of Houston - Clear Lake has a center called the Health and Human Performance Institute, which helps patients maintain physical therapy and rehabilitation after a traumatic brain injury long after insurance stops coverage.

A woman barricaded herself inside a north Houston home after Houston police said a man was shot in the leg following a domestic violence incident on Monday afternoon.

A man is arrested and charged after Houston police say he fatally stabbed his wife in front of their daughter at a northwest Houston apartment complex Wednesday night.

Each month, the KPRC2 community along with our partners at Energy Transfer come together to spotlight those who make a big impact in our community.

It was a terrible week for the law enforcement community last week as two officers were killed in the line of duty and several others were shot by a suspect who was on the run.

Houston Newsmakers: The focus on US Supreme Court in a divided country

A man was shot by Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies in Conroe after a domestic violence dispute Tuesday morning, authorities said.

Are you looking for a way out of an abusive or harmful situation or know someone who is? There is help.

It is a sobering set of statistics -- A 40% increase in domestic violence crime in Harris County since the start of the Pandemic. Domestic violence related homicides for August were up 78% from the same period last year.