Victim Assistance Unit

The Victim Assistance Unit of the Wichita Police Department was established in 2001.  This unit is assigned to the Investigations Division--Crimes Against Persons Bureau.  The mission of this unit is to provide support for the emotional, cognitive and physical needs of victims of crime.  This will be accomplished through crisis intervention, direct assistance, advocacy, education, information, outsourced therapy and referrals.

ARE YOU A VICTIM OF CRIME?

• Tired of being told to get over it?
• Uncertain if what happened to you is a crime?
• Confused by the criminal justice process?
• Not sure of your options?
• Don't know what your rights are? Kansas Crime Victims Bill of Rights (K.S.A. 74-7333)
• Want to know about victim compensation?

WE CAN HELP YOU:

• Understand the impact of crime.
• Make a safety plan
• Learn your legal rights and options.
• Connect with local victim service providers.
• Access victim compensation.
• First Response Crisis Intervention
• Elder Victims of Burglary

CALL US FOR INFORMATION ABOUT...

• safety planning
• emergency assistance for elderly victims
• victim compensation

REFERRALS FOR...

• counseling
• court advocacy
• crisis intervention
• shelter
• support groups

CONTACT VICTIM ASSISTANCE UNIT:    316.268.4274