Genesee County to Host National Crime Victims' Rights Week Event

The annual event will focus on supporting victims of cybercrime and online safety.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:39pm

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Genesee County, New York will host its annual National Crime Victims' Rights Week event on Monday, April 20, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Batavia. The event, with the theme 'Supporting Victims of Cybercrime,' will bring together local leaders, advocates, and experts to recognize victims of crime, promote available services, and strengthen community connections.

Why it matters

As cybercrime and digital offenses continue to grow, this event aims to raise awareness, promote prevention, and provide support for victims and survivors in the local community.

The details

The event will feature opening and closing remarks from the Genesee County Sheriff's Office and District Attorney's Office, a panel discussion on topics like online safety and digital harassment, and a keynote address from a representative of the FBI Cyber Task Force on current trends in fraud, social media-related crimes, and crimes against children.

  • The event will take place on Monday, April 20, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • National Crime Victims' Rights Week is the annual event that this local program is a part of.

The players

Genesee County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that will provide opening and closing remarks at the event.

Genesee County District Attorney's Office

The local prosecutor's office that will also provide opening and closing remarks at the event.

FBI Cyber Task Force

A representative from the federal agency's cybercrime task force will deliver the keynote address.

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What’s next

Residents are encouraged to register for the free event at www.geneseeny.gov/cvrw. For more information, they can contact Genesee Justice at 585-815-7821 or genesee.justice@geneseeny.gov.

The takeaway

This annual event demonstrates Genesee County's commitment to supporting victims of crime, particularly as cybercrime and digital offenses become more prevalent. By bringing together law enforcement, advocates, and the community, the event aims to raise awareness, promote prevention, and provide resources for those impacted by these types of crimes.