Alabama marks Crime Victims Week in shadow of upcoming Derek Chauvin verdict in George Floyd trial
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Mobile County District Attorney Ashley Rich speaks during a news conference on Monday, April 19, 2021, about National Crime Victims Rights Week at Government Plaza in downtown, Mobile, Ala. (John Sharp/jsharp@al.com).
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For 40 years, National Crime Victims Rights Week has raised awareness to the victims of crime through vigils and marches.
But the message of this year’s week faces the likelihood of being overshadowed by the forthcoming verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the white former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in the May 2020 death of George Floyd, a Black man. The death, captured on cell phone video, drew outrage across the nation and led to widespread and sometimes violent protests in cities including Birmingham and Huntsville.
Area Agency on Aging to hold donation drive Tuesday
Donation drive for National Crime Victims Rights Week: 10 a.m.-noon, Area Agency on Aging 3, 4223 Allentown Road, Lima.
LIMA The Area Agency on Aging 3 will host a donation drive from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 20 in observance of National Crime Victims Rights Week.
The event will be held at the agency, 4223 Allentown Road, Lima (across from Walmart).
Items needed include cleaning supplies, shampoo and conditioner, feminine products, body wash, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste and sanitizing wipes.
Items collected will be distributed to local shelters.
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Letters: National Crime Victims Rights Week a time to be an advocate for victims
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a time to be an advocate for victims
April 18-24 is the 40th annual National Crime Victims Rights Week. This is a time to remember the importance of serving victims, honoring them with dignity and acknowledging their experiences.
As a rape survivor and lifetime advocate against sexual violence, I have dedicated my life to ensuring no one has to go through what I did. I know our world is sadly far from that point, but legislation like Marsy’s Law is getting us closer.
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