INDIANAPOLIS — Dozens of people paid their respects Friday to a woman who police say was shot and killed by her child's father.
Amber Morgan was just 26 when she died.
The Allen Whitehall Clowes Amphitheatre at Marian University was filled with loved ones, community leaders and advocates. They're grieving her death and raising awareness about domestic violence. Family members say it's a way to support survivors and help prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
"Amber was so loved by her family and peers, friends and coworkers," said Matthew Officer, Amber's stepfather. "Every life that she came into contact with, I think she touched in some sort of heartfelt way."
Resources and how to help
Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by a partner to maintain power and control over another partner in a relationship, according to The National Domestic Violence Hotline. Abuse can be physical, but it can also appear in several other ways.
If you or someone you love is in a relationship that may involve abuse, there is help available. Here are some resources with people to talk to and places to turn to for assistance:
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline, call 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or follow the link to live chat with someone.
- Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, this resource helps you find a shelter near you and find help, including domestic violence programs, batterers’ intervention programs and housing and eviction assistance.
- Julian Center is the largest organization supporting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other life crises in Indiana. Call the 24-hour Crisis Line at 317-920-9320.
- Coburn Place offers compassionate support and safe housing choices for survivors of domestic violence and their children.