Victim/Witness Services
Lethbridge Police Victim/Witness Services Unit (V/WSU) is a police-based victim assistance program built on the belief that all victims and witnesses of crime and tragedy deserve the right to be supported well and find healing.
Our emergency-scene and follow-up trauma-informed support can create opportunities to heal, foster hope and empowerment while promoting a safer and healthier community. We recognize navigating the criminal justice system can be challenging and we are here to ensure you don’t have to walk alone.
V/WSU has been supporting the community since 1991. Our dedicated volunteer Crisis Support Workers are first responders that provide compassionate support, information, referrals, safety planning and education services that are designed with a victim centered approach. V/WSU Crisis Support Workers are trained extensively in communication, crisis intervention, traumatic stress and the unique victim experience.
Working alongside the Lethbridge Police Service and other community services within southern Alberta, we ensure our community’s needs are met 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Contact
The Victim/Witness Services Unit is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Email the V/WSU directly or call 403-330-5176 during regular office hours (Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm).
After hours V/WSU can be contacted through the General Inquiries phone number at 403-327-2210.