Impact of Family Violence in Pitt County

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. Violent Crime Is Increasing

• Pitt County recorded 12,800 total crimes in 2023, including 643 violent crimes.

• Violent crime increased 3% in the past year.

• The most common violent offenses were aggravated assault (76.8%) and robbery (14%).

2. High Rates of Violent Deaths

• In 2022, Pitt County had 47 violent deaths.

• 69% of homicides and 63% of suicides over the past decade involved a firearm.

• 35% of homicide deaths were linked to arguments or conflicts.

  
  

Recognizing patterns early helps prevent escalation and long-term harm.

• Sudden isolation from friends, church, or family

• Extreme jealousy, monitoring phones or social media

• Financial control or restricting access to transportation

• Children showing fear, regression, or sudden behavior changes

• Unexplained injuries or excuses that don’t match the situation

  
  

  Pitt County Family Development Corporation, Inc. recognizes the need to partner with other organization to support Pitt County families:

  • Family‑violence prevention programs

  • Youth conflict‑resolution training

  • Community ambassador networks

  • Trauma‑informed parent education

  • Partnerships with schools, churches, and housing communities