Victim Services

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vslogo_thumb It is the policy of the Pflugerville Police Department to observe the rights of crime victims and to ensure they will be treated with fairness, compassion, and dignity.

Victim's needs are met through a 24/7 victim services program benefiting any personal situation. This program utilizes community volunteers to provide services to victims and their families, witnesses to the crime, law enforcement personnel, and the community at large. The target population includes all citizens of Pflugerville and all students of the Pflugerville School District.

Services Include

On-scene crisis intervention
Emergency referrals
First responders and community debriefing
Accompaniment to court
Letter/phone call follow-up
Accompaniment to trauma services
Assist with Crime Victims Compensation Application
Volunteer recruitment and training
Emergency protective orders
Body and/or death notification
Continued advocacy

Volunteers needed

Training classes - Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. for 8 weeks.

Topics will include how to work with victims of family violence, sexual assault, child victims, elderly victims, survivors of suicide and homicide, and victims of other violent crimes. Any interested citizen who resides in Pflugerville or the surrounding area is encouraged to apply. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please download an application, mail it to the Justice Center, fax it to 512-670-5501, or send by email to Judy Allen at jallen@pflugervilletx.gov.