NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit and South Simcoe Police Service have arrested and charged a Bradford resident following an investigation relating to child sexual abuse material on the internet.
On April 14, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Bradford West Gwillimbury with the assistance of South Simcoe Police Service. The investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Bradford resident, Domenico Repaci, 31 years old, who was charged with two counts of possession of child pornography and one count of making child pornography available.
The accused is scheduled to appear in a bail hearing on April 14.
Children are our most valuable and precious members of society. Many victims of child sexual abuse are so young that they cannot tell their story. Every time an image or video depicting that abuse is shared, that child is re-victimized. Members of the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit will continue to pursue individuals who exploit children on the internet.
Anyone wanting to make a difference is encouraged to go to www.protectchildren.ca and download the ‘Child Sexual Abuse — It Is Your Business’ brochure from the Canadian Centre for Child Protection. This is an important first step that can save a child.
Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by speaking with their children regarding internet safety. Parents and anyone interested in protecting children can find resources to assist them at www.cybertip.ca.
Police are asking anyone who may have information regarding this investigation, or if you have information regarding internet child exploitation, to please contact the OPP at 1-888-301-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Reporting information may also be made on the internet through www.cybertip.ca.
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