Sexual Assault Prevention and Response

How to Report

  • If you believe you have been assaulted:
    • Go to a SAFE place.
    • In an effort to preserve evidence, do not shower or clean up, to include brushing your hair and teeth.
    • Do not eat or drink anything.
    • Do not use the restroom, put on makeup, clean or straighten up the crime scene.
    • Preserve evidence such as clothing or towels in a paper bag-not a plastic bag.

 

  • Call the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) HOTLINE, SARC, SAPR VA;

or

  • Come to the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office located in Bldg. 375 (Med Clinic), Rm. 117.

Do not blame yourself: it isn’t your fault!

It is common for victims to experience; fear, helplessness, shame, loss of meaning and sustaining beliefs, legitimacy and validation, self-blame and guilt, Betrayal and loss of trust, Isolation and diminished sense of self, grief and loss, anger and rage.

Reporting Options

RESTRICTED

Applies to :

  • Active Duty Military
  • Spouses and adult dependents (18+) of Active Duty Military
  • Air Force civilian Employees (appropriated/non-appropriated)

Note:

Reports can only be made to your SARC, SAPR VA, On Call VVA, or your health care provider (PCM).

SARC/SAPR VA/Volunteer Victim Advocate; have “privileged” communication.

  • Command is NOT notified
  • NO investigation is initiated
  • Victims can receive medical care, counseling, and supportive services if they wish.
  • Victims can speak with a Special Victim Council (SVC)

Victims are eligible to use the CATCH program.

 

UNRESTRICTED

Applies to:

  • Active Duty Military
  • Spouses and adult dependents (18+) of Active Duty Military
  • Air Force civilian Employees (appropriated/non-appropriated)
  • Retired Members

Note:

Reports are made through normal reporting channels, to include chain of command, law enforcement, Air Force Office of Special Investigation, or other criminal investigative services.

SARC/SAPR VA/Volunteer Victim Advocate; have “privileged” communication.

  • Command is notified (need to know).
  • An investigation IS initiated.
  • Victims can receive medical care, counseling, and supportive services.
  • Victims can speak with a Special Victim Council (SVC)

Victims are eligible for an expedited transfer.

Additional Information

INDEPENDENT REPORT; Information regarding a sexual assault is disclosed to command from an independent or third-party source. Command will notify the SARC.

  • An official investigation may be initiated based upon the independent report.

SPECIAL VICTIMS COUNCIL; Provides confidential legal advice and support to victims through independent representation.

 

CATCH A SERIAL OFFENDER (CATCH) PROGRAM; Gives victims of sexual assault making a Restricted Report an opportunity to anonymously disclose suspect information to help the Department of Defense identify repeat offenders.  https://www.sapr.mil/catch

Contact / Additional Resources

SAPR 24/7 HOTLINE:

(830) 298-SARC (7272)

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC):

(830) 298-4545

Bldg. 468 (Entrance opposite to EO entry/closest to flight line)

 

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Advocate:

(830) 298-4513              

Bldg. 468 (Entrance opposite to EO entry/closest to flight line)

SAPR personnel will ensure victims are protected, treated with dignity, respect, and receive timely access to appropriate medical treatment and services if they so desire.