- A 16-year-old was arrested Thursday in connection with multiple sexual offences against three minors at a day camp in Montreal's Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough, where he was an employee.
- The Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) says the teenager turned himself in at the request of investigators from its sexual assault unit.
- He appeared in Quebec Court's youth division Thursday afternoon and faces charges of sexual assault, sexual contact, voyeurism, and the production, possession and distribution of child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
- Police launched a criminal investigation on July 31 after being informed of alleged sexual acts against a child attending the camp, and the teen was "quickly removed from his duties" and interviewed.
- The investigation revealed that the teenager had allegedly victimized two other minors during the same period.
- The day camp sent a letter to parents last week, telling them to contact the camp directly with questions or concerns related to the incidents.
- Ghita Boulaich, acting director at Loisirs Sophie-Barat, said they were shocked and saddened, and confirmed the employee was removed as soon as the camp was informed, while the camp continues to co-operate with police.
- Boulaich emphasized the camp's priority remains supporting young people and families and maintaining a safe environment, with thoughts for those directly affected.
A 16-year-old was arrested in Montreal for multiple sexual offences against minors at a day camp, including sexual assault, voyeurism, and child sexual abuse material. The *Service de police de la Ville de Montréal* (SPVM) reported that the teenager turned himself in following an investigation initiated on July 31 after allegations surfaced regarding sexual acts against a child at the camp.1345
The teen, who was employed at the camp in the Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough, appeared in Quebec Court's youth division and faces serious charges, including sexual contact and the production, possession, and distribution of child sexual abuse material. Police confirmed that a criminal investigation revealed he had allegedly victimized two other minors during the same period.6
In response to the allegations, the camp's acting director, Ghita Boulaich, expressed shock and sadness, stating, "Every day, families entrust us with what they hold most dear, and we fully understand the legitimate concerns these developments may raise." The camp has since removed the employee from his duties and is cooperating with police investigations. Boulaich emphasized, "Our priority remains supporting young people and families and maintaining a safe environment for all the children entrusted to our care."
The camp has communicated with parents, urging them to reach out with any questions or concerns regarding the incidents.
“The teen turned himself in at the request of SPVM investigators and was removed from his duties after the camp was informed. Police launched the investigation July 31, and the camp's acting director said they were shocked and saddened, emphasizing support for affected families.”
