Waterloo Regional Police have laid a significant number of criminal charges against a Cambridge, Ontario man following a detailed investigation into child exploitation.
Details of the Investigation and Charges
The charges stem from a probe conducted by the Waterloo Regional Police Service's Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit. The accused has been identified as Justin Garzon.
While the exact number of charges was specified as "dozens" in the initial report, such investigations typically involve multiple serious counts. Charges in cases of this nature often include offences related to the possession, distribution, or accessing of child sexual abuse material, as well as potential luring charges.
Police Response and Public Safety
The arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement in the Region of Waterloo to combat online child exploitation. The ICE unit is specifically trained to investigate these complex and sensitive crimes that often span digital platforms.
Police have released an undated photo of the accused, Justin Garzon. The publication of his image is a standard procedure intended to inform the public and potentially identify any other victims or witnesses who may have information relevant to the case.
Legal Process and Next Steps
The accused will now proceed through the Ontario court system. The case highlights the severe legal consequences associated with child exploitation offences in Canada.
Authorities have not released further specifics about the evidence gathered or the timeline of the alleged offences to protect the integrity of the judicial process. The investigation was ongoing as of the charge announcement on January 8, 2026.
Waterloo Regional Police continue to urge the public to report any suspicious online activity or information regarding the exploitation of children to their local police service or through Cybertip.ca, Canada's national tip line.
