New initiatives aim to stop domestic violence

What would drive someone to physically hurt someone they love?Domestic violence homicides in Ohio are way up, along with murder-suicides. Why?Those who study and work in the field note that victims and perpetrators are trending younger.And the cases aren’t exclusive to intimate partner relationships, but reflect a rise in family-on-family violence.Officials in Columbus and Franklin County have new initiatives meant to address the root causes and save lives.Guests:Rena Shak, executive director, Office of Violence Prevention, City of ColumbusLisa DeGeeter, senior director for policy and prevention, Ohio Domestic Violence NetworkDiana Williams, founder and CEO, Ohio Women Against Domestic ViolenceLt. Jason Garner, domestic violence unit, Columbus Division of PoliceIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Louis-Paul Photo / Adobe Stock)