Ben Rexrode is the Crime Prevention/Community Policing Sergeant and Victim/Witness Assistance Program Sergeant at UPD. If you choose to report your assault to the Albemarle County Police or City of Charlottesville Police, he can assist you in filing a report. He also can assist you in filing a protective order, discuss safety planning, and further explain law enforcement options regardless of whether you plan to file a report. In addition to offering logistical support, he has a trained therapy dog to hopefully relieve stress as you explore your options and seek support.

You can reach Sergeant Ben Rexrode by email at br7u@virginia.edu or phone at (434) 924-7166.