Cst. Abby Derrah joins Street Crime Unit to provide additional support to victims
The Woodstock Police Force recently added a position to focus on the victims of intimate partner crime and sexual assault.
In a media release, the force announced that it and Woodstock council created a dedicated position to address the needs of victims of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), child abuse, and sexual assault.
The Woodstock Police Force announced that Cst. Abby Derrah has been appointed as an investigator and coordinator of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
“Her addition to the Street Crime Unit will improve our ability to handle these sensitive cases, offering a more efficient and focused approach to investigations while ensuring that victims receive the highest level of care and professionalism,” interim Chief Mark Bennett said in the media release. “Cst. Derrah’s expertise will further strengthen our commitment to safeguarding the most vulnerable members of our community.”
