Content warning. This episode discusses sensitive topics, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and drink spiking. Listener discretion is advised.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and on this episode of Community Conversation, Megan Ray is joined by Amber N. M. Huff, Detective Cassie Barainca, and K9 Trigger with the Elko City Police Department.
The conversation focuses on staying safe at parties, bars, on dates, and around campus, including drink-spiking awareness, warning signs to watch for, looking out for friends, preserving possible evidence, and what to do if something doesn’t feel right. We also discuss why reporting an incident as soon as possible can be important and what someone can expect when reaching out to law enforcement for help.
Whether you’re a student, parent, dating, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, this episode offers important reminders that can help keep you and those around you safer.
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