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PHOENIX<\/strong> – Three fatal domestic violence shootings took place in the Valley in three days. Each incident left one or both of the coupled dead.\u00a0<\/p>\n Big picture view:<\/p>\n Experts on domestic violence say they do tend to see more people needing help this time of year, but these cases are an extreme and tragic example.<\/p>\n It\u2019s what Chief Philanthropy Officer Laura Bode, with A New Leaf, says is the worst-case scenario when it comes to domestic violence.<\/p>\n “The worst thing, that can happen, of course, is when somebody loses their life to domestic violence,” Bode said.<\/p>\n Timeline:<\/p>\n On the evening of Jan. 18, Phoenix Police found a 42-year-old husband and wife dead in their home on Bell Road with their children in the house. Detectives believe the wife, Celestine Ertebati, shot her husband Sam<\/strong><\/a> before turning the gun on herself.<\/p>\n Early the following morning, Gilbert Police say Judah Chesley shot and killed his girlfriend of more than a year in their home<\/strong><\/a>. Family members told detectives this wasn\u2019t the first time he had been violent toward her.<\/p>\n On the afternoon of Jan. 20, a couple in their 70s were found with gunshot wounds in their home on Blackhawk Court in Gilbert<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n “The caller, an adult female, stated that her parents had been arguing when she heard multiple gunshots,” a Gilbert Police public information officer said.<\/p>\n The woman was pronounced dead at the scene and the man was taken to the hospital in critical condition.<\/p>\n What they’re saying:<\/p>\n Bode says it\u2019s not uncommon for the stress of the holidays to boil over in the months after.<\/p>\n “We also see an uptick in people needing resources after the holidays,” Bode said. “Usually financial situation is the leading, you know, factor for, for domestic violence.”<\/p>\n She says a rough economy also doesn\u2019t help, and that one of the biggest signs someone may need help is if they appear withdrawn.<\/p>\n “You used to see them more. And now you’re not seeing them. They’re not sharing more openly,” Bode said.<\/p>\n What you can do:<\/p>\n Bode says the best thing you can do is be a sounding board.<\/p>\n “It’s just always worth kind of asking. \u2018Hey, is something going on? You know, I’m always here to talk if you need,\u2019” she said.<\/p>\n And if they are needing help, always refer them to the professionals.<\/p>\n “Because there’s a lot to consider when you’re looking to escape a domestic violence situation,” Bode said. “If you don’t have that expertise, things can get worse real quick.”<\/p>\n Bode says leaving a violent significant other is the most dangerous time in these cases, so do not do it without developing a plan with an expert.<\/p>\n Resources:<\/p>\n If you believe you are a victim of domestic violence, help is available. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or text START to 88788. A live online chat<\/a> is also available.<\/p>\n Often it is difficult to know where to find help for Domestic Violence. Here you will find resources such as shelters, safety plans, and other information.<\/p>\n Arizona Department of Economic Security – Domestic Violence Services<\/a> National Domestic Violence Hotline<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse: https:\/\/www.thehotline.org\/<\/a> and phoenix.gov.<\/a><\/p>\n Domestic Violence Resources and Referrals<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The Source:<\/b> This information was gathered from the Chief Philanthropy Officer with A New Leaf previous FOX 10 reports.<\/p>\n Crime and Public Safety<\/a>Phoenix<\/a>Gilbert<\/a>News<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"PHOENIX – Three fatal domestic violence shootings took place in the Valley in three days. 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