Interpersonal Violence Investigator
In partnership with the University of California Police Department (UCPD), the IVCSD created the Interpersonal Violence Investigator position in November 2018 to work directly with survivors, suspects, and witnesses to successfully investigate interpersonal violence-related crimes in Isla Vista such as sexual assault and stalking. This is done in a trauma-informed manner that is centered on supporting survivors of such crimes. The creation of this position is aimed to ensure high-quality investigations for these crimes to lead to more successful prosecutions by the District Attorney.
The investigator will also work with the CSD to provide preventative services against interpersonal violence, including community education and outreach. Working together with CARE and STESA, the Investigator will serve as a crucial guide for survivors and facilitators of difficult processes such as case investigation.
In November 2018, UCPD Detective Kovena Avila was named the first official Interpersonal Violence Investigator.
Contact Detective Avila, email kovena.avila@police.ucsb.edu
Board Reports on IVI:
2018-2019
2019-2020 Contract with UCPD for IVI
In the news:
http://dailynexus.com/2018-11-28/det-kovena-avila-named-new-interpersonal-violence-investigator/.