Toronto man arrested over alleged livestreaming of child sexual abuse

Toronto Police Service said the arrest followed a weeks-long investigation that began in November 2025 into online activity involving the sexual exploitation of children. Officers identified a suspect after monitoring material that was allegedly being streamed and shared through digital platforms.

The man, identified by police as Roy Almon of Toronto, was arrested on 11 December 2025. Investigators said a search warrant was executed at a residence in the York Mills Road and Leslie Street area in the city’s north-east.

In a statement released after the arrest, Toronto police said the investigation centred on allegations that the suspect had sought contact with minors online and attempted to arrange sexual activity. Officers also allege that child sexual abuse material was created and distributed electronically.

Police emphasised that the allegations have not been tested in court and that the accused is presumed innocent.

Mr Almon has been charged with multiple offences under Canadian law. These include making an arrangement or agreement to commit sexual assault in relation to a person believed to be under the age of 16, and making an arrangement or agreement to produce child sexual abuse and exploitation material involving a person believed to be under 18.

Additional charges include making child sexual abuse and exploitation material, accessing such material, and communicating with another person for the purpose of obtaining sexual services from someone under the age of 18.

Toronto Police Service said the charges reflect the seriousness of the alleged conduct and the risks posed to children in online environments. “These investigations are complex and require close coordination between specialised units,” police said, adding that protecting children from exploitation remains a top priority.

The investigation was carried out by officers trained in handling cases involving online sexual offences against minors. Police said digital evidence played a central role in identifying and arresting the suspect, though they did not disclose details about the platforms allegedly used.

Authorities are urging members of the public to remain vigilant about online safety, particularly where children and adolescents are concerned. Police said parents and guardians should be aware of the potential risks associated with online communication tools and livestreaming services.

Toronto police also encouraged anyone with information related to similar offences to come forward. They said tips from the public can be critical in identifying harmful activity that may otherwise go undetected.

No further details have been released about potential court proceedings or whether additional charges could be laid. Police said the investigation is ongoing.

Context

Cases involving the online sexual exploitation of children have increasingly focused on livestreaming and real-time communication platforms. Law enforcement agencies in Canada and elsewhere say such technology can allow offenders to target victims remotely and across jurisdictions, making investigations more challenging.

Canadian police forces have expanded specialised units and digital forensics capabilities in recent years to address these threats. Authorities have repeatedly stressed that online exploitation can leave lasting harm and that early reporting is essential to preventing further abuse.

Toronto Police Service said it continues to work with national and international partners to identify and disrupt networks involved in the sexual exploitation of children, both online and offline.