USAO-KS wears purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The U.S. Department of Justice reports in its press release (quotation, not an independent finding): “KANSAS CITY, KAN. — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas (USAO-KS) is proud to join the U.S. Department of Justice, the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), and communities across the country in observing Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) this October. We reaffirm our dedication to using every available resource and building strategic partnerships with local law enforcement, fellow prosecutors, and victim service organizations to ensure justice, safety, and healing for victims. “As a society, we must rid ourselves of the dangerous belief that domestic violence is a private family matter. These volatile situations threaten not only victims but also relatives, friends, neighbors, and the law enforcement officers who respond,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan A. Kriegshauser. “According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, in 2025 alone, 97 Kansas police officers were injured and two were killed while responding to domestic violence calls. These tragedies underscore the profound impact this crime has on our entire community.” Each year, DVAM gives us an opportunity to focus on our collective responsibility to address domestic violence and emphasize the importance of collective action. Domestic violence-focused collaborations with local organizations, including law enforcement, prosecutors, victim service providers, healthcare providers, etc. OVW grant funding to local organizations, including Tribes and law enforcement–reach out to Erica Lacy for assistance, if needed. U.S. Attorney’s role in enforcing federal laws related to domestic violence, including fe”