Lambton County Man Charged in Major Child Exploitation Probe

WARWICK TOWNSHIP, ON – A 36-year-old Lambton County man is now facing severe charges in connection with an extensive child exploitation investigation that spanned several months. Brian Matthew St. Jean, a resident of Warwick Township, was arrested on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, by officers from the Provincial Biker Enforcement Unit (PBEU), a specialized team within the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

The intricate investigation commenced in December 2023, spearheaded by the PBEU with crucial support from the OPP Child Exploitation Section and the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) program.

These specialized units are dedicated to combating the increasingly pervasive issue of online child exploitation and bringing offenders to justice.

Following a thorough and diligent inquiry, investigators executed a search warrant at a Warwick Township address on the day of the arrest. The evidence gathered during the investigation led to Brian Matthew St.

Jean being formally charged with a troubling array of offenses. These include possession of child pornography, accessing child pornography, and the grave charge of luring a child.

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on July 29, 2024, to face these serious allegations.

The legal proceedings are expected to shed further light on the details of the case.

The OPP continues to emphasize the critical importance of public vigilance in the fight against child exploitation. Authorities strongly encourage anyone with information regarding child exploitation activities to come forward.

Individuals can contact the Ontario Provincial Police directly at 1-888-310-1122 or, for those who wish to remain anonymous, they can provide tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.cstips.ca. Every piece of information can be vital in protecting vulnerable children and holding perpetrators accountable.