“We are in the process of recruiting additional members of the township Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Team,” said Piscataway Detective Frank Hackler, Community Policing Section. He said that since its inception, the Crisis Team has provided counseling and aid to close to 1000 families in time of crisis. He continued, “the team has been a vital part in assisting victims during an abusive and often explosive situation.”

The Piscataway Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Team, created in 1996, is a volunteer force of men and women from the community who after specialized training works with the township Police Department in providing comfort and confidential support, referrals and resources, and emergency shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Team members provide assistance, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Membership and specialized training is open to Piscataway residents who are 18 years of age or over and have a sincere desire to serve the community. For more information or an application, contact Detective Hackler, at 732-562-2376.