Observer-Reporter

Signal for help: Hand gesture can help domestic violence victims

The “Signal for Help” is a tool to help those experiencing gender-based violence, created by the Canadian Women’s Foundation. It’s a one-handed gesture a person can use to communicate they need ...
ABC7

Domestic violence suspect arrested after woman uses hand signal to ask for help at Alhambra 7-Eleven

ALHAMBRA, Calif. (KABC) -- A domestic violence suspect was chased down and arrested after a woman used hand signals behind her back to ask for help at a 7-Eleven in Alhambra, authorities said.
WFTV

Alleged victim of domestic violence covertly uses hand signals to ask for help at 7-Eleven

The woman gave the “signal for help” behind her back, Alhambra police said, according to The Los Angeles Times. The signal: tucking the thumb into the palm with the fingers closed on top of the thumb.
AOL

Is this gesture a silent cry for help? Police say hand signals can show distress.

Editor's note: This story contains mentions of possible domestic violence. Those facing domestic abuse can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit its website for ...