Waterloo man charged in child sexual abuse investigation

THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward. December, 19, 2012.

By Christine Clark

Posted Nov 20, 2025 05:10:35 AM.

Last Updated Nov 20, 2025 05:10:39 AM.

A Waterloo man is facing a handful of charges in connection with a child sexual abuse and exploitation investigation.

Waterloo regional police began the investigation back in September.

A 30-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday.

That man has since been charged with possession and making child sexual abuse and exploitation material available.

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