😮 The Gist: A man was arrested on May 5 in Olifftown, after fleeing from a domestic violence incident and triggering a Special Response Team search.
🤔 Why It Matters: Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many individuals and families. This incident highlights the swift response of law enforcement to apprehend suspects and ensure the safety of victims.
❓ What’s Happening: According to the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a domestic incident on Rosemary Church Road in Olifftown at about 8:20 a.m. on May 5. Upon arrival, a subject fled into the nearby woods, prompting the deployment of the Special Response Team to locate the individual.
🔍 Between the Lines: Despite the subject’s attempt to evade law enforcement, deputies were able to establish communication with him via cell phone. The arrival of K9 Thunder, a trained police dog, may have played a role in the subject’s decision to surrender to deputies without further incident.
🖼️ The Big Picture: The subject now faces charges of domestic violence, including battery and criminal trespass, as well as obstruction of a law enforcement officer. This incident serves as a reminder that domestic violence is a serious crime that will not be tolerated, and law enforcement agencies are committed to protecting victims and holding offenders accountable.
🗂️ Domestic Violence Stats: A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that between 2003 and 2014, about 55% of all female homicides in the U.S. were related to intimate partner violence.
