Victim Services Unit (BOVA)

In 2023, the Brighton and Commerce City Police Department's Victim Services Unit expanded to begin serving residents of Lochbuie and Fort Lupton. The unit received a brand-new name, the Brighton Office for Victim Assistance, otherwise known as BOVA. 

The Brighton Office for Victim Assistance is administrated out of the Brighton Police Department, 3401 E Bromley Ln, Brighton, CO 80601. However, the staff is located at the Commerce City Police Department.

For a list of victim resources, please view Victim Resources page.

Support

BOVA provides victims with support, assistance, and crisis intervention at a time when it is most needed. The initial shock following a crime, sudden death, or other trauma is harsh and painful for those involved. Police officers present at the scene of a crime or accident act with compassion and sympathy, but their primary responsibility is related to law enforcement protocol such as crime scene investigation and police reports. 

BOVA is staffed by dedicated and highly trained advocates who are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to respond immediately to the scene of a crime, accident, or victim's home at the request of a police officer. Victim advocates not only support victims through the immediate trauma, but they also provide follow-up with referral information to further aid victims and their families through the healing process.

Crisis Intervention

As experienced active listeners, advocates will assist victims in sorting through the confusing thoughts they may experience. Advocates will help victims regain control by encouraging them to manage one part of the problem at a time and prepare and predict what is next. 

Advocacy & Practical Help

Many resources are available within the community and our advocates will provide you with appropriate referrals on the criminal justice system, victims' rights, crime victim compensations, counseling, and safety. Your advocate can give you procedural and factual information concerning the accident or crime and act as liaisons with law enforcement and other community agencies. 

Contact

Victim Services Manager

Kim Messina

Phone: (303) 655-2308

Lochbuie Police Department

Phone: (303) 659-1395