A Bancroft resident has been charged following a child sexual exploitation investigation.
Members of the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit, Digital Forensics Unit and Bancroft OPP executed a search warrant at a home in Bancroft and seized several electronic devices.
As a result of the investigation, 27-year-old Samuel Robbins was arrested and charged with the following:
- One count of Possession of Child Pornography
The accused was held for a bail hearing.
OPP provided this information on protecting children from sexual abuse.
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 revictimized. 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 protectchildren.ca and download the “Child Sexual Abuse – It Is Your Business” brochure from the Canadian Center for Child Protection. This is an important first step that can save a child.
Parents are remi nded 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 protectchildren.ca.
Police are asking anyone who may have information regarding this investigation or if you have information regarding internet child exploitation, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Reporting information may also be made on the internet through cybertip.ca.
