Regina man faces child pornography charges following ICE investigation

A Regina man is facing child pornography charges following an investigation by the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE).

Saskatchewan RCMP says the investigation began on Nov. 17 when police discovered a file-sharing network that allowed online access to child pornography.

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On Dec. 3, ICE said it executed a search warrant at a home in Regina where officers arrested Britton J. Main, 48. He is charged with possessing and accessing child pornography.

ICE said it also seized a computer and cell phone for further forensic analysis.

Main was released from custody on a number of conditions and will appear in Regina provincial court on Jan. 19.

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