Calls to Domestic Violence Hotline Surge After Spain Wins World Cup

Following Spain’s victory in the World Cup final, there was a significant increase in calls to the country’s domestic violence hotline, the 016 number. Calls rose by 120.8% between 11 PM Sunday and 7 AM Monday, following the match. This spike in calls raises concerns about potential increases in domestic abuse incidents linked to the celebratory atmosphere.

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