One person from Wasaga Beach has been charged with making child sexual abuse material and other offences following an investigation that included officers from the Mississauga-Brampton area.
The investigation into suspected child exploitation saw officers with the OPP and Peel Regional Police work together, and provincial police say a raid was conducted at a Wasaga Beach residence in June.
That’s where investigators say they seized multiple electronic devices.
Police then say a 33-year-old suspect from Wasaga Beach was arrested on Sept. 12.
The identity of the suspect has not been released, but investigators say the 33-year-old has been charged with make child sexual abuse and exploitation material, access child sexual abuse and exploitation material, voyeurism, and two counts of possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Oct. 27, the OPP says.
“The OPP will continue to identify and pursue individuals who use technology to exploit children. Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by educating their children on internet safety,” police say.
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.
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