Police are hoping to raise awareness about domestic violence in Woodstock after responding to nine incidents in less than 24 hours.

Charges were laid in four of the cases police investigated on Friday.

Two men and two women, ranging in age from 20-50 years old, are facing various charges that include break and enter, assault with a weapon, assault, mischief, uttering threats, criminal harassment and breach of probation.

Police are reminding those who are victims or witnesses to domestic violence to contact them immediately.

Support is also available around the clock through Domestic Abuse Services of Oxford at 1-800-265-1938 or 519-539-4811.