Crosses bearing the photos of victims in the Wiregrass area lost to violent crimes are displayed outside of Wiregrass Angel House.
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With more than 400 violent deaths categorized as murder or manslaughter in 2016, Alabama had the nation’s third highest homicide rate that year, according to statistics released by the FBI.

Just in the Wiregrass area from September 2018 to September 2019, 17 murders occurred, which underscores the need for Wiregrass Angel House, a Dothan organization that serves as an advocate for victims of homicide.

The Angel House advocates for victims’ rights and services for victims of violent crimes, providing direct services to the victims’ family.

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