On October 30, 2015 as a result of an ongoing investigation a 24 year old Brantford man was arrested for possession of child pornography.
History of Investigation;
On June 25, 2015 the Brantford Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant at a residence on West Street regarding on a child pornography investigation. At this time the accused was arrested for two counts of Breach of Probation after he was found in possession of electronic devices which he was under conditions not to possess. During the execution of the search warrant several electronic devices were seized.
On the morning of October 30, 2015 a second search warrant which had been sought after was granted and executed regarding the electronic devices which were seized during the June search warrant execution. The electronics were forensically examined by a specially trained member of the Brantford Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE).
Child pornography was located on these electronic devices.
Investigation revealed that the accused was possibly at an address in the Hamilton area. On October 30, 2015 at 5:45 p.m. the Brantford Police Service attended this address and arrested the accused without incident.
The accused a 24 year old Brantford man is charged with Possession of Child Pornography and Breach of Prohibition Order. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.
Anyone with information relating to internet sexual crimes against children is urged to call Detective Balbir Singh of the Brantford Police Service ICE Section at 519-756-0113 ext. 3337.
Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a webtip may be submitted at: https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
Background regarding the Provincial Strategy:
On March 29, 2007 the Brantford Police Service joined the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet.
The Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet is comprised of the OPP Child Exploitation Section and 26 municipal police services
The online exploitation of children continues to be a challenge for investigators due to its sheer volume, global reaches and anonymity; however, these police partners and the Provincial Government are committed to making a difference in our communities. The strategy is funded by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.
The Brantford Police Service supports this strategy, and has recognized that images of children and child abuse placed on the internet lead to perpetual victimization.
Safety Tips for Parents:
• Be involved and know your child’s online activity.
• Keep the computer in an open area of the home.
• Remind children to protect their passwords; encourage them not to share passwords with friends.
• Use caution with web cams, unplug web cams when they’re not in use and;
• Be sure of who they’re talking to before allowing them to turn on a web cam.
• Make sure children are cautious with what they post online.
• Know their online friends the same way they know friends in real life.
Anyone with information relating to internet sexual crimes against children is urged to call Detective Balbir Singh of the Brantford Police Service ICE Section at 519-756-0113 ext. 3337.
Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a webtip may be submitted at: https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251
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