Investigators with the York Regional Police (YRP) Counter Exploitation Unit have charged a Whitchurch-Stouffville man with human trafficking and child sexual abuse and exploitation material offences in an on-going investigation.
On April 1, 2026, the Peterborough Police Service began an investigation into a missing female youth from their area. The youth had been seen getting into a grey sedan.
Soon after the vehicle was identified, YRP investigators were contacted to assist in locating the vehicle as it was believed to be in the Whitchurch-Stouffville area.
On April 2, 2026, the vehicle was located at a residence in Whitchurch-Stouffville. Concerned for the youth’s well-being, investigators entered the residence under exigent circumstances.
The youth was safely located and a 47-year-old man was charged.
Search warrants were executed at two residences associated to the man following his arrest.
Investigators are releasing his photo as they believe there are more victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police.
Charged:
- Christopher CONLON, 47, of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville
Charges:
- Trafficking a Person Under 18 years
- Luring a Child Under 18 years
- Make Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
- Distribute Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
- Possess Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material
Human trafficking is the exploitation, manipulation or control of a person by violence or threats of violence to provide a sexual service or forced labour.
If you are a victim, think you know someone who is, or have any information, please contact the York Regional Police Counter Exploitation Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6800 or by email at HT@yrp.ca. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable Kevin Nebrija
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April 29, 2026
