A 21-year-old Brampton man has been arrested in connection with an investigation into the sex-trafficking of a youth in the Peel Region, police say.
Peel Regional Police said in early May, officers were called to a hotel in Mississauga and located an underaged female who was being trafficked in the sex trade by a suspect.
Police allege the suspect was exercising control over the victim’s life and “profited financially from it.”
Officers said on May 18, 21-year-old Muhammad Shayan Haque from Brampton was arrested.
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Police said he has been charged with householder permitting prohibited sexual activity and exercising control, direction or influence.
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Officers said the accused was held for a bail hearing in Brampton on May 18.
Police believe there may be additional alleged victims, particularly in the Cambridge and Hamilton areas.
Anyone with information, or who may be a victim, is urged to contact police at 905-453-2121 ext. 3555.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers.
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