Mesa Police Department Center Against Family Violence
The Mesa Center Against Family Violence reduces further trauma to victims of crime by empowering them by utilizing the multi-disciplinary method of investigation. We do this by collaborating with CPS, APS, A New Leaf, Probation, Victim Services, Forensic Examiners and the prosecutors, in an effort to streamline the process. This makes it easier on the victim and the victim’s family, while at the same time leading to successful prosecution of the accused.
The Mesa Center opened in February 1996 with two squads of 8 detectives handling all sex crimes, domestic violence, sex offender notifications, and computer forensics. One pediatrician took on the responsibility of the forensic exams (children and adults). Two child protective services workers were housed at the CAFV, two Victim Service Specialists and one forensic interviewer provided specialized service to victims. The Police Department leased a suite on one half of the facility at our current location. Since then, the Police Department purchased the building, including the land and expanded.
"The biggest step toward the healing process was being empowered by the police, thanks for doing what you do."
Services
Today, the CAFV has three squads handling sex crimes/child crimes (20 total), one DV squad of 9, one sex offender notification squad of 4 and a computer forensics squad of 5 people. All detectives who investigate child crimes are forensically trained. Child Protective Services has six positions and a supervisor on site.
"Simply put, your performance on our behalf was awesome, we could not have asked for more. You are the answer to many heart felt prayers."
The forensic exams are split with contracts between Scottsdale Health Care and St. Joseph’s Hospital, and are on an “on call” agreement. We now have two full exam rooms and all exams are on site. We now partner with “A New Leaf” who provides free short-term counseling for victims of crime.
Volunteer/Donate
We have volunteer opportunities from clerical to crisis intervention. Please call 480.644.4025 for more info on how to get involved.
"Your pursuit for justice and desire to protect the public are indeed hallmarks of your profession."