Police (north bay)North Bay Police are reporting 115 domestic occurrences were reported to them last month with 37 people charged as a result of their investigations.

Nearly 90 charges were filed.

Offences include assault, assault with a weapon, threatening, forcible confinement and kidnapping, criminal harassment and breaches.

Help is available for victims of domestic violence

If you are a victim of domestic violence in an emergency situation and require immediate help, call 911. If you would like to talk to someone about your domestic situation but do not feel ready to talk to police, Victim Services of Nipissing District can provide you with emotional and practical support. For more information, call 705-472-2649, or visit victimservicesnipissing.com.

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On average, the North Bay Police Service responds to three or four domestic-related calls per day. OnePledge.ca supports the idea that a violence-free community is something worth pledging to achieve. Stand up against domestic violence. Take the pledge.