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Box Elder victim advocate reports 340 victims in Oct–Dec quarter, highlights training and forensic interviews

Box Elder County Commission · January 14, 2026
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Summary

Victim Advocate Cheryl Burgan told commissioners the office served 340 victims in the last quarter and emphasized recent collaboration with law enforcement, domestic violence training, and forensic interviews at the Children's Justice Center.

Cheryl Burgan, the county's Victim Advocate, presented the semiannual update to the commissioners and said "there were 340 victims" served from October through December 2025. Burgan described recent emphasis on advocacy and support, training with law enforcement agencies, domestic violence training, and conducting forensic interviews at the Children's Justice Center.

Commissioner Lee Perry thanked Burgan and asked that county leaders convey appreciation to the other advocates, saying their efforts "do not go unnoticed." The presentation did not propose additional budget action during the meeting; Burgan focused on service levels and interagency coordination.