Get help: you were attacked or threatened

In the case of an immediate threat to your personal safety or the safety of a member of your family, phone 911.

Keep a record

• Write down the threats, and the date and time.
• Take screen shots of any texts, Facebook messages and other social media messages that contain threats.
• Keep copies of phone and written messages.
• General threats like “I am going to get you” should be recorded.

Take the threats seriously

• Contact Victim Services or the police to find out if the threats are a crime and what your options are.
• It's important that you protect yourself from harm.
• Tell others, including the police and Victim Services.
• Some forms of bullying might be a crime, particularly if you're worried about your safety.
• If threats are scaring or worrying you, reach out and talk to someone.

Report to the police

• It's up to you if you want to report to the police. Find out about reporting a crime.
• It's illegal for someone to threaten you with physical violence or death.
• It's a crime to threaten to burn, destroy or damage property.
• It's a crime to threaten to kill, poison or injure an animal that belongs to a person.
• If you are not sure whether or not you should report the threats, contact Victim Services to learn about your options.