Cyber Crime project results in 12 arrests
An extensive investigation into the non-consensual sharing of intimate content has resulted in 12 people being arrested and facing a total of 172 charges.
The Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit began investigating in 2023 after learning that multiple women in Thunder Bay had been having their images shared through groups in an online chat platform.
As a result of the investigation, a total of 117 victims have been identified, which also includes victims in at least three other countries and across Canada.
Investigators obtained 26 production orders, 18 search warrants, and 15 general warrants. The investigation has resulted in nearly 600 exhibits being seized.
The accused individuals have turned themselves in to police and are expected to appear in court on Wednesday. More details about the individuals arrested and charges will be made available following court appearances.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to please contact Detective Constable Joel Manherz at (807) 684-1200 ext. 4115. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.
Requests for media interviews can be submitted through the Media Relations Coordinator
