City of Berwyn, IL

09/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/16/2025 22:46

Mayor Issues Statement Regarding Domestic Violence Tragedy - Domestic Violence Organizational Resources Shared

Mayor Issues Statement Regarding Domestic Violence Tragedy - Domestic Violence Organizational Resources SharedEl Alcalde Emite Declaración Sobre Tragedia de Violencia Doméstica - Se Comparten Recursos de Organizaciones de Violencia DomésticaPost Date:09/16/2025 10:00 PM Mayor Robert J. Lovero has issued a statement following the domestic violence tragedy that occurred on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The incident senselessly took the lives of three people, leaving a profound impact on families, neighbors, and the broader community. We acknowledge the Berwyn Police Department's professionalism and swift response to the incident, executing a lockdown and coordinating with administrators from North Berwyn School District 98 to ensure the safety of the nearby school community. North Berwyn School District 98's Superintendent, Dr. Michelle Smith, issued a notice Tuesday evening to the Lincoln Middle School community, where the incident took place, informing families that the school would be closed. The update reassured the school community that no students were injured and that the incident is considered contained with no ongoing threat to the community. As part of ongoing efforts to support survivors and raise awareness of domestic violence, the City is partnering with Sarah's Inn, a trusted community resource organization. Residents affected by domestic violence are encouraged to access support and resources, including: Website: https://www.sarahsinn.org 24-hour hotline: 708-386-4225 Counseling, shelter, and advocacy services for survivors. Through this partnership, the City aims to make services accessible to all residents, connect survivors with critical resources, and continue community-wide efforts to prevent domestic violence. El Alcalde Robert J. Lovero emitió una declaración tras la tragedia de violencia doméstica ocurrida el martes 16 de septiembre de 2025. El incidente arrebato sin sentido la vida de tres personas, dejando un profundo impacto en las familias, vecinos y la comunidad en general. El Departamento de Policía de Berwyn respondió de manera rápida y profesional, implementando un confinamiento (lockdown) y coordinándose con los administradores del Distrito Escolar 98 de Norte de Berwyn para garantizar la seguridad de la comunidad escolar cercana. La Superintendente del Distrito 98 del Norte de Berwyn, la Dra. Michelle Smith, emitió el martes por la noche un aviso a la comunidad escolar de Lincoln Middle School, donde ocurrió el incidente, informando que la escuela permanecería cerrada. El aviso aseguró a la comunidad escolar que ningún estudiante resultó herido ni fue el objetivo del incidente, y que la situación se considera contenida, sin amenaza continua para la comunidad. Como parte de los esfuerzos continuos para apoyar a las víctimas y aumentar la concienciación sobre la violencia doméstica, la Ciudad se asocia con Sarah's Inn, un socio confiable de recursos comunitarios. Se anima a los residentes afectados por la violencia doméstica a acceder a los servicios y recursos disponibles, incluyendo: Sitio web: https://www.sarahsinn.org Línea directa las 24 horas: 708-386-4225 Servicios de consejería, refugio y apoyo a las víctimas de violencia doméstica. A través de esta asociación, la Ciudad de Berwyn busca garantizar que los servicios estén accesibles para todos los residentes, conectar a las víctimas con recursos críticos y continuar los esfuerzos de toda la comunidad para prevenir la violencia doméstica. Return to full list >>
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