LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX18) — In downtown Lexington Thursday night, voices came together to speak up — and speak out — against domestic violence at the annual vigil hosted by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office.

Now in its ninth year, the gathering recognized survivors, honored victims, and connected attendees with resources that could one day save a life.

“It may not relate to you right now, but six months from now it may — or six months from now it may be your sister, brother, co-worker, a neighbor,” said Fayette County Sheriff Kathy Whitt. “And you’ll have the resources they need to help them.”

Among the speakers was Ocean Price — a mother of two, a nurse, and a survivor. Price shared the cycle of abuse she endured and the moment she found the strength to leave.

“They’ll hit you once, an

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