BRISBANE, Queensland, Dec. 18 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release:
Safety is the gift everyone deserves this Christmas.
As the festive season approaches, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) is reminding all community members that violence is never acceptable and that support is always available.
The Christmas and New Year period can bring increased financial stress, family pressures, and higher alcohol and drug consumption, which may lead to a heightened risk of domestic and family violence (DFV), elder abuse, and mental health challenges, particularly for those isolated with perpetrators.
If you or someone you know is experiencing DFV or elder abuse this holiday season, please don't hesitate to report it to ...