Editor’s note: This story mentions domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault. If you need help or know someone who does, please call 911. Other 24/7 resources include The Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety (formerly Children’s Inn) at 605-338-4880, The Compass Center’s crisis hotline at 877-IN-CRISIS, or text BEGIN to 88788 for the national hotline.

Domestic abuse cannot always be seen. But it can be heard.

This month, hundreds of community members joined law enforcement, family shelters, counseling services and advocates who raised a megaphone for survivor stories during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Some are repeat cases, says Sioux Falls Police Department detective Melinda Mitchell. Others are the ones you wouldn’t expect. But all contribute toward the 1,300 domes

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