By Habari Entertainment | October 20, 2026
JENNINGS, Mo. — The St. Louis County Police Department, in partnership with the City of Jennings, will host a free Domestic Violence Town Hall on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, to raise awareness, provide information about available resources, and connect residents with professionals who assist victims of domestic violence.
The community event will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Jennings Community Center, located at 2315 Ada Wortley Avenue in Jennings, Missouri.
Held during National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the town hall will bring together law enforcement officials, victim advocates, and community members to discuss domestic violence and the resources available to individuals experiencing abuse.
Police and Victim Advocate to Address Domestic Violence
Sgt. Stan Dooley of the St. Louis County Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit will participate in the discussion alongside Alexis Lowery, a crime victim advocate.
Both speakers will provide information about domestic violence and the support services available to victims.
The event is intended to give residents an opportunity to learn more about domestic violence, available assistance, and the role of law enforcement and victim advocacy services.
Members of the public are encouraged to attend, and the event is free.
Sgt. Dooley and Lowery will also be available for media interviews before the town hall begins.
St. Louis County Police Responded to More Than 13,000 Domestic Violence Calls in 2025
The announcement comes as the St. Louis County Police Department releases statistics highlighting the extent of domestic violence-related incidents handled by officers during 2025.
According to department-wide figures from the Division of Patrol, officers responded to 13,103 domestic violence calls for service last year.
Police also responded to 557 sexual assault calls and 106 calls involving stalking or violations of orders of protection.
2025 Domestic Violence and Related Crime Statistics
| Category | Calls for Service | Police Reports Taken |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence | 13,103 | 1,569 |
| Sexual assault | 557 | 196 |
| Stalking / Order of protection violations | 106 | 32 |
The figures reflect incidents handled by the St. Louis County Police Department’s Division of Patrol and should not be interpreted as totals for every law enforcement agency operating throughout St. Louis County.
Calls for service and formal police reports are separate measures. Not every call results in a written crime report, and the number of calls does not necessarily represent the number of unique victims or incidents.
Domestic Violence-Related Homicides Declined in 2025
The department also reported a decrease in domestic violence-related homicides.
In 2025, St. Louis County Police recorded 11 domestic violence-related homicides, compared with 16 in 2024.
That represents a decline of approximately 31 percent.
Although the decrease is significant, the department’s figures demonstrate that domestic violence continues to be a serious public safety concern.
The number of homicides alone does not capture the broader impact of domestic violence, including physical injuries, psychological harm, threats, intimidation, and the long-term consequences experienced by victims and families.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Highlights Available Resources
October is recognized nationally as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an annual observance focused on educating communities about abuse, supporting survivors, and encouraging prevention.
Domestic violence can involve physical violence, threats, emotional abuse, financial control, stalking, and other patterns of coercive behavior.
Victims may face numerous barriers when seeking assistance, including concerns about personal safety, financial dependence, housing instability, and fear of retaliation.
Community discussions such as the Jennings town hall can help residents understand available services and identify ways to support individuals experiencing abuse.
The St. Louis County Police Department and the City of Jennings are encouraging residents to participate in the discussion and learn more about resources available in their communities.
Domestic Violence Town Hall: Date, Time, and Location
Event: Domestic Violence Town Hall
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Jennings Community Center
Address: 2315 Ada Wortley Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136
Organizers: St. Louis County Police Department and City of Jennings
Admission: Free and open to the public
Media Access: Sgt. Stan Dooley and crime victim advocate Alexis Lowery will be available for interviews before the event.
Where Domestic Violence Victims Can Find Help
Individuals experiencing domestic violence do not have to wait for a community event to seek assistance.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides confidential support, safety planning information, and referrals to local resources.
- Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- Text: START to 88788
- Website: https://www.thehotline.org/
Anyone facing an immediate emergency should call 911.
The upcoming town hall offers Jennings residents an opportunity to connect with local professionals, ask questions, and learn more about the resources available to people affected by domestic violence.
Source: St. Louis County Police Department community event announcement and 2025 department-wide statistics.
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