Stop the Hurt, Inc

10/07/2026

We were so glad to be able to attend North Star CAC’s Crimes Against Children conference this year!

09/15/2026

Halloween is right around the corner, and we are getting ready to spread some fun, kindness, and Halloween magic in our communities!

We are asking donations of candy to help make this year’s Halloween activities extra special for the children and families.

We are collecting:
🎃Individually wrapped Halloween candy!
🍫Chocolate & non chocolate treats!
👻Any Halloween themed treats!

If you’d like to donate, please message our page or call our number at 304-436-1600. 🎃

08/21/2026

It’s not every day you get the chance to help change a child’s life. Today may be your chance.

Preorders are now open for Wyoming–McDowell Crimes Against Children Task Force merchandise.

Every purchase helps support Stop The Hurt and our shared mission to protect children, support victims and families, and pursue justice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Preorder window: August 20 – September 20, 2026

Available:

● Short-sleeve shirts
● Long-sleeve shirts
● PROTECT THE CHILDREN. decals

Order securely through the link below or scan the QR code on the graphic.

Evil doesn’t wait. Neither do we.
Be the voice for those without one.

Images of shirts and decals in the comments ⬇️

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/08/2026

This week, investigators with the Crimes Against Children Task Force traveled to Dallas, Texas, to attend the world’s largest conference dedicated to training professionals who investigate crimes against children.

Professionals from 50 states and 16 different countries were in attendance.

Throughout the week, investigators completed specialized training in multiple areas related to child exploitation, abuse investigations, digital evidence, investigative techniques, and emerging threats to children.

Training like this allows our investigators to continue sharpening their skills, expanding their knowledge, and bringing proven investigative practices back to the communities we serve.

Our mission remains simple: protect children, pursue those who prey upon them, and provide the highest level of investigative response possible to the families who depend on us.

07/31/2026

07/17/2026

The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office is proud to recognize Captain Tommy Blankenship and Sergeant Tyler Sizemore for successfully completing the 40-hour Cellebrite Advanced Smartphone Analysis course in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

This intensive, week-long training builds upon our ability to examine and interpret data recovered through Cellebrite forensic extractions. These skills are critical in many modern investigations, where digital evidence from phones and other devices can help establish timelines, identify offenders, locate victims, and provide essential evidence for prosecution.

Completion of this advanced course is an especially important accomplishment for the Wyoming–McDowell Crimes Against Children Task Force. As technology continues to play a larger role in crimes involving children, continued training and professional development are necessary to ensure our investigators remain prepared to handle complex digital evidence properly and effectively.

Captain Blankenship’s continued commitment to training, leadership, and strengthening the investigative capabilities of the Sheriff’s Office reflects our shared goal of providing Wyoming County with experienced, professional, and forward-thinking law enforcement.

07/10/2026

This week, we celebrate Forensic Interviewer Week, and we couldn't let it pass without recognizing two incredible women.

Brooke, having 5 years experience as a forensic interviewer and Kristin, having 3 years experience. The work you both do isn't easy, and most people will never truly understand the emotional weight you carry every day.

You give children a safe place to be heard during some of the hardest moments of their lives. Your compassion, patience, strength, and dedication help bring hope, healing, and justice to those who need it most. It takes a special kind of person to do what you do, and we are so proud of both of you.

Thank you for being a voice for children when they need one most. Your work matters more than words can express, and the lives you've impacted over the years are a testament to the incredible women you are.

Happy Forensic Interviewer Week! 💙🧩

06/04/2026

Today, we were honored to attend the official launch of the Wyoming County and McDowell County Crimes Against Children Task Force.

This new partnership represents a significant step forward in protecting children and strengthening the response to child abuse and exploitation throughout our region. We are grateful for the dedication and leadership of the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office and the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office, as well as the investigators who will serve on this important task force. We believe Deputy Sizemore and Deputy Cline have a heart for protecting children and will excel as Crimes Against Children investigators.

As a community partner, Stop The Hurt CAC looks forward to continuing to work alongside our crimes against children task force, WV DoHS, and other agencies to ensure that child victims and their families receive compassionate, trauma-informed services and support.

06/04/2026

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