The OPP with the assistance of the Renfrew Crime Unit have arrested and charged an Arnprior resident following a four month investigation.
Earlier today (August 24th, 2021), police executed a search warrant at a home in Arnprior and seized several electronic devices.
30-year-old Alec Finan has been arrested and charged with two counts of transmitting sexually explicit material to a child.
The accused was released on an undertaking with a court date in Renfrew on September 15th.
The OPP is reminding parents to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by speaking with their children regarding internet safety.
Parents and anyone interested in protecting children can find resources to assist them at www.cybertip.ca.
Police are asking anyone who may have information regarding this investigation or if you have information regarding internet child exploitation to please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 613-735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. www.valleytips.ca.
