A Clay County-based nonprofit says the area has experienced an “alarming” increase in sexual assault cases, noting that the number of cases reported since July has already surpassed the number of cases in the previous fiscal year’s entirety.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and that’s why we are going to share some pretty terrifying statistics. Over half of all women become a victim of sexual violence during their lifetime. One in four women has been the target of a rapist. And women are more likely to fall victim to cybercrimes than men. So, what can you do to protect yourself?

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office highlighted its partnership with the county’s domestic violence shelter on the first day of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.