Ok. Now that all the replies are out of the way...
There is a small group of people on this forum who deserve respect for their intelligence and insight into domestic violence, Darla, Rana, Winterborn, Cawacko, Zappa, and Grind in a moment of honesty...
Congratulations. You know the dangers of domestic violence and are mature enough to know that all I can do is help and be there for my friend. I've cajoled the police, State Attorney's Office, and others to do something. She knows we are here for her 24/7. I've offered my home to her (she's had a key), I've offered her money to get out, I've cried with her, I've prayed with her, I've got drunk with her, and above all - I'VE LISTENED TO HER. I've let her know she's not a bad person, I've let her know there's options out there and I've given her phone numbers for those options.
There are literally millions of women in this country in the same situation. And yes, for some reason, they still love the man. I'm not going to judge them, and nobody should. Love is a strange thing. It's hard for a woman to pack up everything and just go...ending a life they've known for years, often having to live in a group home with counseling.
They're just as scared of the future as they are the past; and the present.
We can all say we'll do this or that or kick his ass, or kidnap her, or a million other things out of stupidity, or rage; but none of that is a reasonable, adult, mature response. Trust me...every time this happens I have to hold jb back.
I've spoken to the Police again, and while their hands are tied, they know the situation and I'm confident the asshole will be jailed soon. All I can do until then is pray and care.
For those of you who've provided support, thanks. The others? Get help. And education. Your ignorance is as scary as a dangerous man.
Here's a start.
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/domestic_violence_abuse_help_treatment_prevention.htm