This document provides advice and encouragement to a victim of crime. It acknowledges the crime was not their fault and the criminal must face consequences. It encourages the victim to testify in court to seek justice for themselves and prevent future victims, and to find support from loved ones. Overall it aims to help the victim overcome the trauma by turning it into an opportunity to grow into a stronger person who stands up for what is right.

2. When a
crime is
committed
against you

3. Know this
has
happened
to more
than just a
few

4. Realize
that it is
not your
fault

5. And the
criminal
must be
put to a
halt

6. Things you
say will
make
people
have
disbelief

7. But the
more you
get it out
you will
feel relief

8. Please
testify for
those who
maybe to
come

9. Do your
best to get
support
from home

10. I know you
are worth
more

11. So try to
smile some
more

12. Use this
experience
to help you

13. Change
your life
and a
better new

14. Person with a
great
understanding
of life

15. One who
is willing
to put up
a fight

16. To keep
what they
know is
right

17. April Williams
April@LouPrincipe.com