The Victim/Witness Assistance Program

The program is available to assist and help you navigate the Criminal Justice process.  Our program responds to the needs of and enforces the rights of victims and witnesses of crime. Support services are provided to victims of crime by giving information about the court process, making referrals to available community resources, providing information about your role as a witness, assistance in applying to the Virginia Victims Fund for crime related expenses, and more.

If you have any questions, or if we can do anything to help you, please let us know.  (757)382-6417.

National Crime Victims' Rights Week April 6-12

2025

IT'S A FACT


Victim witness assistance can be provided for multiple crime types, including sexual assault, domestic violence, kidnapping, trafficking, homicide, burglary, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

MESSAGE FROM SHERIFF ROSADO ABOUT VICTIM/WITNESS

Victims and witnesses are essential to the justice system. We understand the challenges that come with that role. The Victim/Witness Assistance Program was created to provide support, safeguard your rights and connect you with the resources you need.
 Our goal is to offer compassionate crisis assistance while helping you navigate the legal process with confidence. We recognize that every victim and witness has unique needs, and our team is here to provide guidance, information and referrals to essential services.
We are committed to doing everything we can to assist those impacted by crime. If you have any questions or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. By working together, we can create a safer Chesapeake for everyone.

CONTACT US

Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office Attn: Victim/Witness Assistance Program P.O. Box 15125 Chesapeake, Virginia 23328 Main office: (757) 382-6417 Fax: (757) 382-8373

Office Locations: 2nd floor of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Building 1st floor of the General District and Circuit Court Building

 

Staff:

Name Phone Email
Patty Strathmann (757) 382-6794 pstrathm@cityofchesapeake.net
Anita Kool (757) 382-8172 akool@cityofchesapeake.net
Jackee Morales-Padilla (757) 382-6883 jpadilla@cityofchesapeake.net
Dulce Diaz (757) 382-6108 ddiaz@cityofchesapeake.net
Susan Overton (757) 382-3207 soverton@cityofchesapeake.net
Allison Zavalla (757) 382-8140 azavalla@cityofchesapeake.net
Sarah White (757) 382-6883 sgwhite@cityofchesapeake.net
Sandra Norfleet (757) 382-6417 snorfleet@cityofchesapeake.net
Sierra Stallians (757) 382-8386 sstallians@cityofchesapeake.net
Tori Hymons (757) 382-8161 oshymons@cityofchesapeake.net