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36-year-old man charged by Internet Child Exploitation Unit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, July 31, 2026 12:15 p.m.
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has charged a 36-year-old man with offences related to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Materials (CSAEM).
On July 24, 2026, the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit executed a search warrant at residence in Orleans.
The investigation stemmed from multiple cybertip reports alleging that an individual was sharing Child Sexual Abuse and Explicit Material online.
During the search, investigators seized several electronic devices believed to contain CSAEM.
Christopher Baynham, 36, has been charged with:
- Possession of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
- Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
He appeared in court on July 24, 2026.
The Internet Child Exploitation Unit believes BAYNHAM could have other victims. BAYNHAM has used the following usernames online:
- Takasuki90
- Takasuki1990
- Takasuki111
- Taka_Crypto90
- Rose Wilson
- Rose_emerald
- emerld_dream
- Yukosaki
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5660. Tips may also be sent electronically to [email protected].
For more information on how to protect children from child sexual abuse and exploitation, please visit www.protectchildren.ca.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca.
Talking for Change: Resources available through the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health for those who have a sexual interest in children. The new Talking for Change program is the first of its kind in Canada and provides national and all-ages help for those concerned about their risk to use child sexual exploitation material or offend sexually against a child.
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