CHARGES LAID AGAINST CORUNNA RESIDENT IN INTERNET CHILD EXPLOITATION INVESTIGATION
FROM: Child Sexual Exploitation Unit
(LAMBTON COUNTY, ON) - A Lambton County resident was arrested and charged following a child sexual exploitation investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit (CSEU), with assistance from the Lambton Detachment of the OPP and members of the OPP Digital Forensics Unit.
On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, police executed a search warrant at a residence in the Town of Corunna and seized a number of electronic devices.
As a result of the investigation, Jesse DOWSWELL, 32 years old from Corunna, was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of child pornography contrary to section 163.1(4) of the Criminal Code.
The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
“As the number of child exploitation cases continues to rise, protecting children is more urgent than ever. It is not just a responsibility, it is a moral imperative. Each investigation reflects our unwavering commitment to safeguarding their right to safety and ensuring that offenders are held accountable.”
- Detective Staff Sergeant Chris Barkey, OPP CSEU