News – Sheridan Media
During an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program, Sheridan Police Department Captain Tom Ringley and Lieutenant James Hill reported that the officers at the department respond to reports of intimate partner violence (IPV) armed with techniques to deescalate the situation and offer resources.
In 2022, the SPD responded to 100 IPV calls in Sheridan. Hill informed listeners that each call is unique and evaluated by the officer, because not all of those calls involve violence.
Lt. J. Hill
Ringley told listeners that should an officer identify evidence of a crime having been committed, they are bound by statute to investigate and if the offense warrants such action, make an arrest. Hill said should the incident only involve a verbal altercation, officers have resource references available to offer in an effort to help residents that may be experiencing hardship.
According to Hill, many incidents that officers respond to only involve a verbal altercation and one-time calls.
Many people may feel a sense of shame or may feel they are bothering officers by calling the SPD during situations where violence has not occurred but they do not feel safe. Ringley informed listeners that officers are proud to perform their duties and victims or those who feel they may become a victim of violence should never feel shame.
Capt. T. Ringley
If you or someone you know has been a victim of IPV or any other crime and needs help, Ringley recommends the Sheridan Advocacy and Resource Center as an organization that will help victims regain their power. If you or someone you love is in need of immediate assistance Call the Sheridan Advocacy and Resource Center crisis hotline at (307) 672-3222. This line is open 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
If you or someone you care for, needs help, contact the Sheridan Police Department (307) 672-2413.
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Last modified: March 2, 2023