Windsor Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Sexual Exploitation of Minor
A 67-year-old Windsor man is now facing serious criminal charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor, despite being under an existing release order for previous child luring allegations in Chatham-Kent.
Investigation Details and Allegations
The Windsor Police Service internet child exploitation unit launched an investigation on January 12, 2025, after receiving a report concerning the online sexual exploitation of a 16-year-old female. According to police allegations, the suspect had been communicating with the teenager through social media platforms before arranging an in-person meeting.
Authorities further allege that the man possessed child sexual abuse and exploitation material, adding to the severity of the charges against him.
Previous Legal History and Release Order Violation
This case becomes particularly concerning given the suspect's previous legal history. The individual was already facing charges of child luring from a separate investigation conducted by Chatham-Kent police in October 2023. At the time of the Windsor allegations, he was bound by a release order that specifically prohibited him from communicating with any females under the age of 18.
The current charges represent a direct violation of those release conditions, raising serious questions about compliance monitoring and public safety protocols for individuals facing such allegations.
Arrest and Current Charges
Windsor police, with assistance from Essex County OPP officers, arrested the suspect on February 3, 2025, at a residence located in the 700 block of County Road 46 in Essex. The man now faces multiple charges including:
- Telecommunication with a person under 18 for a specific criminal offence
- Possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material
- Accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material
- Failure to comply with a release order
Provincial Strategy and Community Response
The Windsor internet child exploitation unit operates as part of Ontario's provincial strategy to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation online. This initiative receives funding through grants from the Ministry of the Solicitor General, highlighting the government's commitment to combating these serious crimes.
Police are urging anyone with additional information about this case or similar incidents to contact the Windsor Police Service internet child exploitation unit directly at 519-255-6700, extension 4896. Alternatively, individuals can provide anonymous tips through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or via their online reporting system.
This case underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in monitoring individuals with histories of child exploitation allegations and the importance of community vigilance in protecting vulnerable youth from online predators.
