authorities announced the arrest of Michel Pleau, a 50-year-old vice-principal, following a coordinated investigation into online child exploitation. The arrest involved multiple police agencies across Ontario, including teams from Waterloo, Sudbury, and Toronto.
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- Child Luring: Allegedly targeting a child under the age of 16.
- Sexual Exploitation: Charges related to the production and distribution of explicit material.
- Sexual Touching: One count of invitation to sexual touching.
Context for Parents and Families
The Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) and regional police have provided the following clarifications to address community concerns:
| Point of Interest | Status/Details |
| Connection to Students | Police state the current charges do not involve students from the WCDSB. |
| School Action | The board has expressed distress over the news and is providing support resources to the school community. |
| Legal Process | The accused is currently in the legal system; none of the allegations have been proven in a court of law. |
Call for Information
The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) Cybercrime unit is continuing its investigation. They are encouraging anyone with relevant information to reach out:
- WRPS Extension: 519-570-9777, ext. 8492
- Sudbury Police: 705-675-9171
- Anonymous Tips: Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
