'To the girls and women who are feeling scared, just like me, know that there are places out there, people out there, that are going to look out for you and can help you'
A Co Derry woman has urged the public to spot the signs of domestic abuse over the Christmas period with cases expected to soar across Northern Ireland.
The message comes as the PSNI revealed that Pre-Christmas reports of domestic abuse in Northern Ireland had spiked by 40% compared to last year.Last month, the police force also launched its “Tis the Season” Christmas campaign aimed at raising awareness of all types of domestic abuse including psychological abuse and coercive and controlling behaviour.
"Unfortunately, for a lot of girls and women out there, they're feeling scared. We're feeling scared because right now Northern Ireland is one of the most dangerous countries in Europe to be a woman." "If you meet someone that they're with, your guts not right, you're not sure, check. Keep an eye on them, and notice the changes. If they start apologising for their behaviour.
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