Culpeper Victim/Witness Program

04/21/2026

April is a big month in the field of Victim Services! This month we are honoring Sexual Assault Awareness Month, National Child Abuse Prevention Month and National Crime Victims’ Rights Week!

This is the 45th annual observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and we must continue to stand with survivors.

You are not alone and support is available! Please call our office if you are in need of services: (540) 727-3413❤️💙

03/04/2026

Realtor Friends! This event is for you! For those of you who have worked with our office or inquired about tips for preventing frauds, you know that scammers are incredibly deceptive, intuitive and savvy!

Join CCSO on March 10th to learn about the warning signs for scams targeting the real estate market!

Sophisticated fraud schemes are increasingly targeting professionals in trusted industries.

The Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office is hosting an exclusive Fraud Prevention Session specifically designed for our local real estate community.

Recently, our investigators helped identify a scam involving an individual attempting to sell a property they did not even own.

To help protect Culpeper buyers and sellers, Captain Jason Deal (Commander of CID) will be breaking down the exact warning signs identified in this case. 🛡️

We will also be joined by special guest speaker Brendan Murphy, a retired law enforcement officer, full-time Shenandoah Valley Realtor, and residential security expert. 🏡

This informal, highly informative session will take place on Tuesday, March 10th at 10:00 AM at the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office. 📍

By working directly with our real estate professionals, we can stop fraud schemes before they succeed.

Tag a local Realtor in the comments below to make sure they see this invitation! 👇

02/04/2026

🧡February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and is a perfect time to speak to teens about healthy relationships! While dating is an inevitable part of life, approximately 1 in 3 teens experience an unhealthy relationship before age 18!

Relationship abuse comes in many forms including control, manipulation, isolation and disrespect.

February 10th is “Wear Orange Day” for Teen Dating Violence Awareness! We hope to see you wearing orange to stand with survivors and spread awareness! 🧡

Unsure if your relationship is healthy? The following article lists 5 warning signs of an unhealthy relationship! Remember, LOVE=RESPECT

Learn five key warning signs of unhealthy teen relationships and what steps teens can take if they or a friend may be experiencing dating violence.

01/20/2026

January 18th, 2026 was the 23rd Anniversary of the murder of Peggy Klinke. Her sister, Debbie Riddle remembers Peggy's sparkling personality which was slowly dimmed by stalking.

Through the work of Peggy's family, community support and survivors, January 18th has been dedicated as the National Day of Action for Stalking Awareness. We can ALL use some sparkle!

01/05/2026

Beginning in 2010, January has been recognized as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. While thousands of cases of Human Trafficking are investigated each year, every situation is unique and survivors deserve support, care and respect.

Join us on January 11, 2026 for as we recognize those who have been impacted by Human Trafficking.

Human Trafficking is often believed to occur in places such as truck stops, commercial restrooms, etc. but trafficking can occur anywhere! Unfortunately, victims are often hidden in plain sight.
Knowing the facts about Human Trafficking can help us put an end to this crime!

Please view the link below to learn more about situations that may raise concern for potential trafficking.

https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/human-trafficking/recognizing-signs

The National Human Trafficking Hotline can be reached at: (888) 373-7888. All calls can remain confidential.

01/02/2026

Not only is January the start of a new year, but it also marks the beginning of National Stalking Awareness Month! January 2026 is recognized as the 22nd annual National Stalking Awareness Month and January 18th 2026 will be recognized as the 3rd annual Stalking Awareness Day of Action!

While legal definitions of stalking vary by state and jurisdiction, stalking is generally defined as a pattern of behavior that is directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable individual to fear for their safety or the safety of others.

In the United States alone, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience stalking at some point in their lifetimes. 1 in 3 stalkers have stalked before and 42% of stalkers were acquaintances (SPARC, 2026).

Please explore the infographic below and the linked webpage from The Stalking Prevention Awareness Resource Center (SPARC) to learn more about the signs of stalking.

Stalking is a very serious and incredibly scary crime, and resources are available.

If you or someone you know are in need of services, please call our office at: (540) 727-3413

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/

12/12/2025

We know there is often interest in local support groups in our area! Please see the information below for a time and place that works for you💜🩷

As we step into a new year, please remember that strength, hope and healing are possible!

💜As we move into a new year, you deserve the strength that comes from choosing healing and community. SAFE offers several support groups so you can find the meeting that fits your schedule and feels right for you.

✨Weekly on Mondays at 5 pm at SAFE’s office in Culpeper
✨Coffee and Conversations, weekly on Tuesdays at 7:45 am at Mugs and Muffins in Madison
✨Strength at the Spindle, bi weekly on Thursdays at 12 pm at Spoon and Spindle in Orange, meeting next on December 18 with a holiday break and returning on January 8
✨Bi weekly on Wednesdays at 11:30 am at the S E E Center in Culpeper beginning January 7

Choose the space that feels most convenient and comfortable for you. You are not alone and we are here to walk with you as you choose healing in the year ahead. 💜

Please reach out to Audrey at [email protected] for more information. 💌

10/24/2025

We want to thank everyone who joined us for our Annual Candlelight Vigil in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

This event is made possible with the love and support of our community who continue to honor and remember those who are impacted by domestic violence.

It was a true privilege to host Ms. Sharon Love who shared her testimony and memories of her Daughter, Yeardley Love, who was tragically killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2010.

Ms. Love has since founded the One Love Foundation, which aims to educate and prioritize healthy relationships across our globe. Through education and empowerment, youth are emboldened to identify the warning signs and speak out against abusive relationships. To date, the One Love Foundation has reached over 3.5 million individuals!

We were also honored to be joined by the Frye Family who led our candle lighting ceremony in remembrance of their Mother, Sister, Cousin, Aunt and Friend whose life was lost to domestic violence.

We are forever grateful for our Law Enforcement and allied professionals who work tirelessly to ensure a safe and supportive community for survivors. Additionally, we’d like to thank the Culpeper Baptist Church for hosting this vigil year after year!

Information on the One Love Foundation can be found here: https://www.joinonelove.org/

If you are a survivor of crime or are in need of services, please call our office at (540) 727-3413 or (800) 799-7233 for the National Domestic Violence Hotline. You are not alone and resources are available!

10/16/2025

Today, October 16, 2025, is known nationally as !

Wearing purple is just one small way you can show your support for survivors of Domestic Violence and remember those who have been lost to this horrific crime. Purple is a color of support, courage, solidarity and unity. As we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we must remember that love should never hurt!

We hope to see you this Tuesday (October 21st) for our annual Candlelight Vigil to honor and remember those who have been impacted by Domestic Violence! This event will take place at The Culpeper Baptist Church at 6:30pm!

If you are a survivor of crime or are in need of services, please call our office at (540) 727-3413 or (800) 799-7233 for the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

10/09/2025

Purple has been selected as the color for Domestic Violence Awareness Month since 1981! The 3rd Thursday in October has been recognized as and we encourage you to wear purple to increase awareness for Domestic Violence.

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Purple Thursday (aka Wear Purple Day) is next week! Get ready to break out all your purple threads to raise awareness and show support for survivors of domestic violence. But wearing purple, which symbolizes courage, survival, and dedication to ending domestic violence, is just one way to commemorate this day. Here are some other ways to participate:

Use social media: Share your purple attire on social media with hashtags like and .

Organize or Attend Events: Participate in local events or hold your own for DVAM.

Educate Yourself and Others: Start conversations about domestic violence and the resources available for survivors.

Support Organizations: Donate to or volunteer with local domestic violence shelters and advocacy groups.

Show us your purple in the comments!