30 charges laid following child abuse investigation in Arnprior

An Ontario Provincial Police cruiser is seen in this undated photo. OPP/X

By Andrew Osmond

Posted Mar 21, 2025 12:24:04 PM.

Last Updated Mar 21, 2025 03:23:06 PM.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid charges following a domestic child abuse investigation.

The Renfrew Detachment of the OPP worked alongside the Renfrew County Family and Children’s Services after learning of allegations of abuse. A joint investigation was conducted in Arnprior, Ont. and came to its conclusion last week.

As a result, a 40-year-old was charged with a slew of domestic assault charges that include:

  • Assault (child) x23
  • Assault (spouse)
  • Assault causing bodily harm
  • Uttering threats to cause deal or bodily harm x2
  • Killing or injuring animals x3

OPP confirm to CityNews the victims of the child and spouse assault charges are in the same family.

The accused from Arnprior was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court at the end of April.

The name of the suspect has not been released in an effort to keep the identity of the victims private.

Police encourage anyone who is living in or has experienced an abusive relationship, contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice, or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060.

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