Occurrence #: BA14-027206
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2014 – 11:30pm
Between the 20th of April and the 12th of June 2014, a 41 year old Barrie male began to exercise control over a female victim that was known to him. The victim was coerced by way of threats to perform sexual acts to other men as a means of paying the 41 year-olds alleged drug debts he had incurred over a period of time.
The victim fearing her safety, abided with the males commands and performed sexual acts while not receiving any payment. The victim on several occasions was threatened to be harmed if she did not abide with the males commands.
Police were made aware of the information and immediately commenced an investigation into the allegations.
As a result of the investigation, police determined numerous offences were being committed and subsequently sought a warrant for the males arrest.
On June 14th 2014, Police located the wanted male at which time he was apprehended and held pending a bail hearing.
The 41 year old Barrie Male is facing the following charges:
1. Human Trafficking
2. Exploitation
3. Extortion
4. Procure to have illicit sexual intercourse
5. Utter threats