The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern Division of Alabama observes April 2 through 8, 2017, as National Crime Victim’s Rights Week. The office seeks to raise awareness of the citizens in our district who have been the victims of crime, including violent crime.
“Strength. Resilience. Justice." This is the theme for the 2017 National Crime Victim’s Rights Week. Those words represent our mission to preserve and enforce victims’ rights. We seek to strengthen victims by responding to their needs, to acknowledge the resilient nature of our victim support organizations, and to pursue justice and healing for those most impacted by criminal behavior. We are committed to serving the community and ensuring that all victims receive the treatment guaranteed by the Victims’ Bill of Rights.
Various agencies have organized community events to acknowledge local crime victims and to increase awareness. For example, there will be two events on Thursday, April 6. The Mobile County District Attorney’s Office will hold its annual vigil from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Cathedral Square in downtown Mobile. The Baldwin County District Attorney’s office will host its annual “Candlelight on the Delta" vigil beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the 5 Rivers Delta Center in Spanish Fort.
Our office is grateful for the continued commitment of private and public organization, as well as all of the local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in our district that protect and serve our citizens. If you or someone you know has fallen victim to a crime, please visit the Office for Victims of Crime website at VictimsConnect.org or call 855-4-VICTIM to learn about your rights and available resources.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys
