Richmond domestic assault cases up, advocates point to expanded legal protections

A local news story from Virginia, reported by WRIC Richmond.

Local News · Virginia · October 14, 2026

From WRIC Richmond

Richmond Police report an increase in domestic assault cases, with Chief Rick Edwards attributing the rise in part to changes in how these crimes are classified. Domestic violence advocates say the changes are helping survivors access legal protections and connect with critical resources.

Reported by WRIC Richmond, October 14, 2026. Read the full story at WRIC Richmond →

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