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Surge in Domestic Abuse: Strangulation Incidents Rise 50%

5/9/2025

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Domestic abuse cases are surging, with alarming reports of schoolchildren inquiring about safe strangulation methods. Bernie Ryan, CEO of the Institute for Addressing Strangulation, emphasizes that there is no safe way to strangle. With a nearly 50% rise in non-fatal strangulation incidents this year, survivor Kerry Allan passionately encourages victims to reach out for support.

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Domestic abuse cases are surging, with alarming reports of schoolchildren inquiring about safe strangulation methods. Bernie Ryan, CEO of the Institute for Addressing Strangulation, emphasizes that there is no safe way to strangle. With a nearly 50% rise in non-fatal strangulation incidents this year, survivor Kerry Allan passionately encourages victims to reach out for support.