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OPP Police Press Releases Trent Hills

Allan KERR Arrested For Sexual Assault In the Early 1970’s

(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit has charged an individual in relation to a historical sexual offence.

The investigation began on February 2, 2024, after the victim reported the incident to police.

The incident is reported to have occurred between 1972 and 1975 while the victim was in the care of a group home and placed to live in the care of the accused. The victim was under 14-years-old at the time.

As a result of the investigation, on May 6, 2024, Allan KERR, 75-years-old, of the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

–      Sexual Intercourse with a female under 14 years of age.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

Anyone who has any information about this, or a similar incident, is asked to call the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

There is no statute of limitations on sexual offences and a report can be made to police at any time, regardless of how much time has passed. If you do not wish to make a report to police or need more time and support to make that decision, there are community partners available to help. Ontario 211 provides information on Ontario’s community, social and health related government services. Simply call 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca for more information.  

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Police Press Releases Toronto Police

Pervert Alert: Tamim Shah Arrested Again: Child Pornography

The Toronto Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Section (ICE) is notifying the public of an arrest made in a Child Sexual Abuse Material investigation.

On Thursday, April 25, 2024, as part of an investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse materials, members of the Toronto Police Service Child Exploitation Section executed a Criminal Code search warrant in the Thornton Road North and Rossland Road West area, in the city of Oshawa.

It is alleged that:

  • investigators became aware of a suspect luring a child on the internet
  • the suspect used the Snapchat username: Starboy_xx0
  • a Search Warrant was granted
  • an electronic device was seized

Tamim Shah, 24, of Oshawa, has been arrested and charged with:

  1. Luring a Person Under 18 Years of age by Means of Telecommunication
  2. Luring a Person Under 16 Years of age by Means of Telecommunication
  3. Invitation to Sexual Touching
  4. Make Child Pornography
  5. Make Available Sexually Explicit Material to a Person Under 16
  6. Possess Child Pornography
  7. Access Child Pornography
  8. Make Available Child Pornography
  9. Breach of Probation

He was scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 10 a.m., at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Ave W, in 103.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims.

An image has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

The Toronto Police Service recognizes that parents and caregivers are the frontline when it comes to protecting children on the Internet and electronic devices. We encourage you to remain vigilant in your efforts – the safety tips outlined below are recommended for children of any age.

Reporting of any online exploitation can also be made at Canada’s National Tipline for Reporting the Online Sexual Exploitation of Children at cybertip.ca.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

There are also resources available through the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health for those who have a sexual interest in children. The new Talking for Change program is the first of its kind in Canada and provides national and all-ages help for those concerned about their risk to use child sexual exploitation material or offend sexually against a child.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Steven Lehmann Arrested For Sexual Assault & Exploitation

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Special Victims Unit have arrested a male in connection to a sexual assault investigation in Waterloo.

In March 2024, police received a report of a historical sexual assault that took place between 2008 and 2009.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, on April 10, 2024, Steven Lehmann, a 52-year-old male from Woolwich Township, was arrested and charged with sexual assault and sexual exploitation.

The accused is scheduled to appear in court on April 30, 2024.

The investigation is ongoing by WRPS’ Special Victims Unit.

WRPS’ Special Victims Unit is encouraging anyone with information or other victims to contact WRPS at 519-570-9777.

To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.

WA24065261 (904) 

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Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Another Student Sexual Assaulted By School Bus Driver

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse (SACA) Unit has charged a man following an investigation into sexual offences that occurred in the Centretown area involving a girl, under 16 years of age.

On March 1st, the accused – who was employed as a student transport driver for a Centretown area high school – dropped off the other students and then began to transport the victim to their residence. During the drive, he stopped the van and forced the student to perform a sexual act. The student was then dropped off at home.

Today, Jean-Pierre MUTABAZI, 56 years old, of Ottawa was charged with Sexual assault, Sexual interference and Invitation to sexual touching.

He is scheduled to appear in court today.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to [email protected].

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Tyler James CROFT Arrested

A male is in custody following an investigation into the sexual luring of a 13-year-old boy.

On Monday, April 15, 2024, members of the DRPS Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) arrested an adult male after an investigation into the luring of a 13-year-old male through Snapchat.  It is reported that the suspect requested sexually explicit photos from the youth.  Further investigation revealed the possibility of other victims.

Tyler James CROFT, age 25 from Peterborough is charged with Luring a Child Under 16 to Make Child Pornography.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Police have concerns there may be other victims and are requesting anyone with information to come forward to investigators. 

A photo of the accused can be viewed at www.drps.ca

For more information on our ICE unit and resources that are available please visit our website at https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/crime-prevention/internet-safety-and-child-exploitation/

The Durham Regional Police would like to acknowledge the assistance of the Canadian National and Ontario Provincial Strategies to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Anyone who has been victimized by the accused or has information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Powell of the Major Crime Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5545.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Chatham-Kent Police Press Releases

Chatham-Kent Police Withhold Name Of Pedophile

Chatham-Kent Police

Chatham-Kent, Ontario: In November of 2023, as part of an investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse material, members of the Chatham-Kent Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) executed a Criminal Code Search warrant at a residence in Chatham.

Through that investigation an arrest warrant was issued for a 55-year-old man of that residence.

On Saturday, March 30th, 2024, the man was located, arrested, and charged with Possession of Child Pornography, Accessing Child Pornography and Making Child Pornography Available.

The man was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The Chatham-Kent Police Service is a member of the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet and conducts investigations into Internet Child Exploitation Offences in partnership with numerous Ontario Police Services and law enforcement agencies around the world. The investigations conducted by the Chatham-Kent Police Service ICE unit are made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Pervert Alert: Police Fear More Victims – Anthony PANES Arrested

York Regional Police

On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, investigators from the York Regional Police Sexual Assault and Crimes Against Children Unit charged a man with two sexual offences and believe there may be more victims.

Through investigation, it was learned that the accused sexually assaulted a minor who attended a martial arts club where the accused was a coach.

The accused is known to have worked at other martial arts clubs in the Greater Toronto Area. Investigators believe there may be other victims who have not yet come forward. They are being urged to contact police as soon as possible.

Anthony PANES

Charged:
Anthony PANES, 26, of Newmarket

Charges:
Sexual Assault
Sexual Interference

York Regional Police would like to encourage anyone who feels they may have been a victim of a sexual assault to come forward and report the incident to police. There is no statute of limitations for sexual offences and offenders can be prosecuted well after the date of the offence.

If someone is not ready to report, however is seeking support, please contact York Region Victim Services victimservices-york.org or the Women’s Support Network womenssupportnetwork.ca. Additional resources and information can be found on our website http://www.yrp.ca/en/services/resources/sexualassaultsurvivorsguide.pdf

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Special Victims Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7071, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Sajan DHONSI Arrested For Child Porn, Sexual Assault, etc.

A male is in custody after secretly taking intimate images and sexually assaulting a female in Whitby.

Between Monday, October 2, and Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the suspect secretly recorded intimate images and sexually assaulted the victim while she was asleep.  These images, including historic intimate images of the victim, were shared without her consent.  Further images of other victims that were underage were also posted on various social media platforms without their consent.

On Thursday, March 21, 2024, members of the Central West Division Criminal Investigations Branch, with the assistance of Central West Division frontline officers and the E-Crimes Unit, executed a search warrant at the suspect’s residence in Whitby.  The suspect was located and taken into custody without incident.  Numerous electronics were seized from the residence.

Sajan DHONSI, age 21 from Whitby is charged with numerous offences including: Sexual Assault, Secretly Observe/Record Person for Sexual Purpose, Publish Intimate Images Without Consent x2, and Possess Child Pornography.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Robinson of the Central West Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1854.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Dane GIFFORD Arrested For Pimping Teen

A male is in custody following a human trafficking investigation involving a 16-year-old female.

On Friday, February 23, 2024, members of the Human Trafficking Unit, with the assistance of the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch, conducted an investigation into an online advertisement for sexual services provided by a female believed to be underage.  The investigation confirmed the female was 16-years-old and staying at a residence in Brampton.  The female was located and brought to a place of safety without incident.

On Thursday, March 21, 2024, members of the Human Trafficking Unit attended the same residence in Brampton.  The subject of the investigation was observed leaving the residence in his vehicle.  Police initiated a traffic stop and took the male into custody without incident. 

Dane GIFFORD, age 34 from Brampton is charged with: Procuring/Exercising Control of a Person Under 18, and Advertising Another Persons Sexual Services.

He was released on an Undertaking.

A support network for survivors of human trafficking has been established in the Region of Durham.  These services can be accessed via www.stopht.com.

Victim Services of Durham Region is available for anyone that needs free, confidential support without judgement. Visit their website at www.victimservicesdurham.ca.

Anyone who has been victimized by the accused or has any information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact the Human Trafficking Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5600.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Eric CYR – Child Pornography

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) arrested and changed an Ottawa man following a joint investigation with the Northern Alberta Internet Child Exploitation Unit (NAICE).

On March 19th, the Ottawa Police received information from NAICE regarding an Ottawa man making attempts to lure an underaged person that lives in Alberta. Yesterday, with the assistance of multiple OPS sections including, the Surveillance Unit, the South Neighbourhood Resource Team and Frontline Patrol officers, the man was arrested.

Eric CYR, 48-years-old, of Ottawa, was charged with the following:

–          Telecommunication with a person under the age of 18 for a specific criminal offence x3;

–          Making sexually explicit material available to a child;

–          Making child pornography;

–          Unlawfully possessing child pornography

He is scheduled to appear in court today.

The investigation is continuing, anyone with information about this incident, is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5660. Tips may also be sent electronically to [email protected]

For more information on how to protect children from child sexual abuse and exploitation, please visit www.protectchildren.ca. 

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