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Guelph man charged in child pornography investigation

Guelph police began investigating in December 2023 after images showing children being sexually abused were shared online. A 19-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday. Ken Hashizume/CJOY

Police say a Guelph man is facing several charges in connection with a child pornography investigation.

Police said an investigation began in December 2023 after they learned photos depicting children being sexually abused were being shared online.

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A search warrant was conducted on Tuesday morning at a home in the city’s west end.

Investigators said they seized several phones and electronic devices at a home near Elmira Road and West Acres Drive.

A 19-year-old has been charged with possessing, accessing and distributing child porn.

He has a court date in Guelph scheduled for April 12.

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