What to do if you have been a victim of crime:
If you have been a victim of a crime or witnessed a crime in progress, call 911.
If you have been a victim of a crime that does not require an emergency response, or if you desire to file a report of a crime call the Alexandria Police Department at 320-763-6631 - 24 hours a day.
Crime Victims Rights:
As a crime victim, you are afforded rights under Minnesota Statute 611A.02 Subdivision 2.
You have the right to apply for financial help for losses resulting from a violent crime. This assistance does not cover property losses. For application and information call 612-282-6256 or outside the Twin City area call 1-800-247-0390 or TDD 1-612-282-6555.
Under certain circumstances you have the right to request that the Alexandria Police Department withhold public access to data revealing youridentity.
You have the right, if an offender is charged, to be informed of and participate in the prosecution process, including the right to request restitution (money court ordered from the offender and paid to the victim).
If you feel your rights as a victim have been violated, you can contact the MN Crime Victims Ombudsman's Office at 1-612-282-6258 or 1-800-247-0390 or TDD 1-612-282-6555.
