2023-12-14 02:05:33
A Quebec company is launching a new application to protect people who feel at risk of violence or harm.
The images recorded by your phone’s camera when you open the application are sent directly to a central station and this alerts the authorities.
“The images are sent to our central office which is aware of your personal situation, so we know the issue that is underway,” mentions Gino Desautels, co-owner of the Robine application, during his visit to LCN.
This application aims to help those who are victims of domestic violence, abuse, sexual misconduct, false allegations, homophobia, racism and intimidation.
Moreover, the application saved the life of Christine Giroux who is a victim of domestic violence.
“I was one of the first to participate in the pilot project. This app changed my life because I didn’t go out anymore. I can say that my cell phone is like a little soldier, a guardian angel,” emphasizes the survivor of domestic violence and author of the book “My Voice Found.”
One of the advantages of the application is that it can transmit information to the authorities in specific situations.
“If the victim is not able to call the police, the center will do it for them in addition to transferring the images captured directly to the nearest patrol car. We are able to send the images to the police station or directly to an officer’s cell phone,” explains the co-founder.
“In addition, on the application, there is a geolocation option. When you press the button, the control unit knows exactly where you are, the precise address, but also which balcony you are on,” says the survivor.
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