Four Canadian police officers and a crime analyst have made the list of top 40 law enforcement professionals in the world under the age of 40.
The is awarded by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), which recognizes those who 鈥渄emonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment to their profession.鈥�
Saskatchewan RCMP crime analyst Kim Audette said the award is a 鈥渞eally big honour.鈥�
The 37-year-old is being recognized in part for her work within a cutting-edge, data-led law enforcement program that analyzes crime trends, geographic patterns, and human behaviour to advance police investigations.
She and her colleagues recently linked together a string of more than 200 thefts across four provinces by reviewing surveillance video of a disguised suspect, as well as behavioural patterns and footprint evidence.
鈥淚t was an individual that had no criminal record and wasn鈥檛 on anybody鈥檚 radar,鈥� she told 麻豆影视 Channel on Thursday. 鈥淓ventually, with good investigative work and the analysis, it led to a federal sentence.鈥�
The other Canadians are:
Const. Michael Bal, 29, with the Vancouver police youth service section. He was recognized for his work with youth and partnering with school counsellors to promote mental health initiatives. Bal has also served as a U.S. Department of State Youth Ambassador Mentor.
Staff Sgt. Michael Maville, 39, of the Ontario Provincial Police. He was honoured, in part, for his work with Push for Change, a community event to raise awareness of youth homelessness.
Acting Sgt. Drew Robertson, 39, of Saanich Police Department, in B.C. He was recognized for his leadership skills and work with the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team.
Staff Sgt. Shayne Smith, 39, of the Manitoba RCMP. He was honoured for his work on domestic violence awareness, mentoring efforts and improving staff morale.
Others on the list include police officers, administrators and crime analysts from the United States, Belgium, and United Arab Emirates, among other countries.
鈥淚t is truly an honor to recognize these men and women for their service and the many accomplishments they have achieved so early in their professional careers,鈥� IACP deputy executive director Terrence M. Cunningham said in a statement.
