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Ontario man charged with illegal use of military medals, child pornography

A Canadian flag patch is seen on a soldier's uniform at 426 squadro, CFB Trenton in Trenton, Ont., on Sept. 15, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS IMAGES/Lars Hagberg

ORILLIA, Ont. — Provincial police say an investigation into a complaint about a man attending parades sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion wearing medals not awarded to him has led to numerous charges.

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OPP say as a result of the complaint from the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Legion a 62-year-old man from Orillia, Ont., has been arrested.

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Officers also executed a search warrant at the man’s home and business and say several items were seized that had allegedly been worn by the man while attending public parades and events.

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Investigators allege they also located items related to accessing and possessing child pornography.

OPP say Clayton Donoghue faces a total of 10 charges that include using a forged document, unlawful use of a military uniform, obstructing a public officer, and two charges related to child pornography.

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