The threat of domestic violence is an issue that faces many across the country and here in West Michigan.
Incidents like Tuesday mornings shooting in Wyoming, which saw an armed man killed after police opened fire on him inside a home Tuesday morning, following what investigators say was a violation of a personal protective order filed against him.
It serves as a grim reminder of how dangerous domestic violence can be, according to local advocates who work with victims daily.
“Unfortunately, we are living in a culture and world swimming in violence,” said Rachel VerWys, CEO of Safe Haven Ministries, which supports domestic violence victims.
VerWys said many people in West Michigan suffer at the hands of violent loved ones.
“We know that there is both known and unknown situations of abuse in our community, and so we want to be accessible at all times,” VerWys said.
