Operation 'No More', comprising police from Western Region Police Districts, supported by the High Risk DV Team, Western Region Enforcement Squad and the Dog Squad, was established to target domestic violence 'high risk' offenders during the month of March 2020.
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Officers laid a total of 290 charges for breaching the conditions of Apprehended Violence Orders, over 400 charges for DV related assaults, and 372 charges for other DV related offences including intimidation.
During the operation police also completed 1423 checks of current enforceable Apprehended Violence Orders within their region by visiting homes and speaking with occupants.
Superintendent Scott Tanner, New England Police District Commander, said police were ramping up their focus on domestic violence and will continue to run operations to ensure orders are being enforced, and the current health crisis won't lead to an increase in family violence.
"We have specially trained police working hard to ensure the safety of our community, and will not tolerate violence in any form, especially in the home" he said.
"I would also like to remind our community, if you witness domestic or family violence, call the police - the information you provide might just save someone's life," Supt Tanner said.
