A 39-year-old Brantford man has been arrested and charged with multiple child pornography offences following an extensive investigation by the Brantford Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit.
The investigation began in February 2025 after police received information from the National Centre for Missing & Exploited Children and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Acting on the tips, detectives with the ICE Unit obtained a search warrant and executed it on March 31 at a residence in Brantford.
During the search, officers seized numerous electronic devices, including computers and cellphones. Forensic analysis of the equipment uncovered evidence of child pornography.
Following months of investigation and digital examinations, police arrested the suspect on June 26. The accused, whose identity is protected under publication bans related to sexual offences, has been charged with one count of Accessing Child Pornography and two counts of Possession of Child Pornography under the Criminal Code.
He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
According to Brantford Police, the ICE Unit continues to analyze the seized material and expects additional arrests and charges as the investigation progresses.
“The online exploitation of children remains a significant challenge due to its volume, anonymity, and global nature,” police said in a statement. “The Brantford Police Service is committed to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community and taking decisive action against online sexual abuse.”
The Brantford Police Service has participated in the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet since 2007.
The initiative—supported by the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General—brings together the OPP Child Exploitation Section and 27 municipal police services across Ontario.
Investigators are urging anyone with information related to this case or other offences involving the sexual exploitation of children to contact the Brantford Police ICE Unit at 519-756-7050.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can submit tips to Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.crimestoppersbb.com.
Police also encourage families to learn more about online safety through resources provided by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection at www.protectchildren.ca and www.cybertip.ca.
