A tragic shooting in Cornwall, Ont., highlights the issue of intimate partner violence (IPV) among the elderly, as an 81-year-old man shot his 80-year-old former partner and her 83-year-old friend before dying by suicide. Local women’s shelter Baldwin House has noted a rise in calls from older women experiencing IPV, often unaware of the abuse they face. Experts emphasize the need for better recognition of IPV in this demographic and encourage victims to seek help. Police report that many cases go unreported due to fear and stigma.
