Police announce new Special Victims Unit to tackle physical abuse, sex crimes and crimes against children
LKPD says it has focused on the development of the SVU for over a year.
It says the addition is part of the department’s commitment to a survivor-focused philosophy.
The primary focus of the SVU will be cases involving physical abuse such as crimes against children, crimes of a sexual nature, and those involving domestic violence.
The LKPD says it will incorporate trauma-informed best practices that leverage its continued partnership with the Willow Victim Advocate, the incoming Douglas County District Attorney and other community stakeholders.