Domestic violence related homicides up in 2009

The nation’s overall violent crime rate has fallen.But it was an exceptionally deadly year in Wisconsin for domestic violence related homicides.An Advocacy group says 2009 could rank as one of the most violent in decades.Patty Murray reports…

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Domestic violence related homicides up in 2009

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Domestic violence-related deaths increased in Wisconsin last year, hitting new record for the state