Investigation Continues into Deadly Shooting at Summerlin Law Office
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) —
As the investigation continues into a deadly shooting at a Summerlin law office last week, services for renowned attorney Dennis Prince will begin at 5 p.m. Tuesday.
Prince and his wife Ashley, also killed in the shooting, are leaving the community with one final gift.
Prince’s obituary states that rather than giving flowers for his memorial, that community members donate to two organizations.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
- Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
One of those organizations is The Shade Tree, a nonprofit that provides services to victims of domestic violence.
The Shade Tree: Providing Support for Domestic Violence Victims
“We have the utmost sympathy and condolences to the family on what they’re going through,” said Linda Perez, CEO of The Shade Tree.
Perez has seen her fair share of domestic abuse and violence, including the deadly shooting last week, when attorney Joe Houston is accused of shooting his former daughter-in-law Ashley Prince and her husband Dennis Prince to death.
“When finding out about this tragedy, one it’s very heartbreaking and it’s very devastating because of the work that we do and the space that we’re in,” said Perez.
There are further allegations from Ashley’s family about verbal and mental abuse from Houston’s son Dylan, who Joe was representing in a custody deposition when he pulled out a gun last Monday.
Perez says domestic issues can involve any relationship, not just intimate partners, and can come in many forms.
Types of Domestic Violence
- Physical abuse
- Mental abuse
- Financial abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Harassment through inappropriate text messages and phone calls
Perez says one in four women and one in seven men experience domestic violence.
“That means either you or someone you know, someone you love has or will be affected by intimate partner violence in their lifetime if we don’t start talking about it,” she said.
With abuse cases increasing, Perez is thankful donations from Dennis’ funeral will go towards The Shade Tree.
“We will be forever grateful,” said Perez. “And we will make sure that we are doing them justice on continuing our work.”
Contact The Shade Tree
Anyone who would like to connect with The Shade Tree to get a tour can call (702) 385-0072. Anyone who may need immediate emergency resources can contact the hotline at (855) 385-0072.
Prince’s family has also asked for donations to go towards the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys.
Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys: Honoring Dennis Prince
The organization on its website says Dennis was “a devoted advocate for women in the legal profession.”
The association honored Dennis earlier this year as “Ally of the Year.”
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 5: Gender Equality |
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions |
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Analysis
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The issues highlighted in the article are connected to SDG 5: Gender Equality and SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets identified are:
– Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation (under SDG 5: Gender Equality)
– Target 16.1: Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere (under SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)
– Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children (under SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets:
– Indicator 5.2.1: Proportion of ever-partnered women and girls subjected to physical, sexual, or psychological violence by a current or former intimate partner in the previous 12 months (under Target 5.2)
– Indicator 16.1.1: Number of victims of intentional homicide per 100,000 population, by sex and age (under Target 16.1)
– Indicator 16.2.1: Proportion of children aged 1-17 years who experienced any physical punishment and/or psychological aggression by caregivers in the past month (under Target 16.2)
These indicators can be used to measure the prevalence and impact of violence against women, intentional homicide rates, and violence against children, respectively.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
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SDG 5: Gender Equality |
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SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions |
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