Oswego City Police Department Recognizes 2017 Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oswego City Police Department Recognizes 2017 Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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In recognition of October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month the Oswego City Police Department will be displaying purple ribbons on its patrol vehicles as purple is the official color for Domestic Violence Awareness.

Additionally Oswego City Hall is bathed in purple light and there is a “Silent Witness and Survivor Flag Display.” display on the grounds with purple flags representing victims and survivors of domestic violence.

“We appreciate the support we’ve received from the city in helping us raise awareness of domestic violence right here in Oswego County,” said Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) Services to Aid Families (SAF) Community Response Coordinator Stacie France.

If you or someone you know is a victim or survivor of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence or stalking, please call the SAF Crisis Hotline at (315) 342-1600. The hotline is available 24 hours a day and is free and confidential. SAF is the domestic violence and rape crisis program for Oswego County and has provided crisis, supportive, advocacy and educational services throughout Oswego County for over 30 years. 

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