An investigation by the New Brunswick RCMP's Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit has led to two charges laid against a 53-year-old man from Petit-Rocher-Ouest, N.B.
The investigation began in September 2022, as part of a proactive investigation by the RCMP's Internet Child Exploitation Unit.
On March 15, 2023, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Petit-Rocher-Ouest as part of the ongoing investigation. A 53-year-old man was arrested at the scene and police seized several electronic devices. The man was released from custody on strict conditions pending a future court appearance.
Daniel Rene Frenette appeared in Bathurst Provincial Court on March 25, 2024, and was charged with possession of child pornography and making available child pornography. He is scheduled to return to court on April 22at 9:30 a.m.
The New Brunswick RCMP's Internet Child Exploitation Unit includes members from the Saint John Police Force and the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force. The RCMP's Digital Forensic Services Unit, and members from the Bathurst RCMP detachment assisted with the investigation.
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