A London cop just picked up a national award for creating something that’s changing how police handle intimate partner violence cases across the country.

Constable Amanda Corsaut has been recognized with the O.W.L.E. Award for Innovation, celebrating her contributions to victim advocacy and police innovation during 16 years with London Police Service.

What makes Corsaut’s work stand out? She co-led the creation of Victim Choice Reporting – and get this – it’s Canada’s first virtual crime-reporting system. Talk about being ahead of the curve.

This isn’t just another tech upgrade. The system is revolutionary because it gives victims of intimate partner violence something they’ve never had before: choice in how they report crimes.

Instead of forcing victims into traditional police responses that might feel intimidating or unsafe, the system allows them to opt for a secure, web-based interview from wherever they feel most comfortable – usually their own home.

The results speak for themselves. Since implementing Victim Choice Reporting, London has seen higher charge rates in intimate partner violence cases, significantly reduced wait times for victims, and increased victim satisfaction with the process.

London Police Chief Thai Truong announced the award on social media, describing Corsaut as “a fierce advocate for victims of gender based violence” whose work has been “instrumental in transforming our response to intimate partner violence investigations.”

The O.W.L.E. Award for Innovation recognizes individuals who’ve made exceptional contributions through creative problem-solving and forward-thinking approaches.

Police agencies across Ontario, throughout Canada, and even internationally are now studying London’s model and looking to implement similar systems.