domestic violence

A 28-year-old man, identified by police as her stepfather, is in custody and facing charges.

The program connects clients with supports like therapy and medication management on site so they can heal faster.

Supporters say a bill sponsored by City Councilmember Gale Brewer could also boost turnout among survivors.

There were 71 domestic violence homicide deaths in New York in 2022, up nearly 15% from the year before.

The bill failed to pass in the State Assembly in 2023, but supporters say they’re hopeful this year will be different.

Courtney Gordon, 38, showed signs of distress earlier this year but refused to accept help from mental health professionals, according to his aunt and cousin.

Members of the City Council say the program, which has yet to launch, should receive $6 million to meet the need.

The assailant had violated two past restraining orders.

Jacqueline Wilson is the second or third woman to die of gun violence this year in New York City, depending on when 43-year-old Dora Howell was killed.

Dora Howell was found shot in the chest and buried in a Staten Island home in April, months after she was a plaintiff before the state’s highest court, where she was suing the city for failing to protect her from domestic violence.