Two suspects arrested in child grooming investigations

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WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 26-37141, 26-63835, 26-73569
Two suspects arrested in child grooming investigations

The Windsor Police Service has arrested two individuals, laid 17 criminal charges, and continues to search for two additional suspects following investigations into the grooming and sexual exploitation of two underage girls.

In April 2026, members of the Windsor Police Human Trafficking Unit launched an investigation after receiving information that a female youth had been groomed and sexually exploited by an unknown suspect. 

Investigators learned that the victim had initially connected with a man who identified himself as “Jack” through Snapchat. The man developed a relationship with the victim online before meeting with her in person, where he provided alcohol, food, and marijuana in exchange for sexual acts. 

Investigators identified the suspect as 26-year-old Hariom Yadav. On April 10, officers located and arrested Yadav at a business in Windsor’s west end. 

Following the arrest of Yadav, police identified 27-year-old Simranjeet Singh as an additional suspect in similar offences involving the original victim. A second victim also came forward and identified Singh, who used the alias “Sam” on Snapchat, as the individual who sexually exploited her.

As the investigation progressed, investigators determined that the sexual exploitation of both victims included coercion to engage in sexual acts for money in circumstances consistent with human trafficking.

On July 3, members of the Windsor Police Problem-Oriented Policing Unit located and arrested Singh at a residence in the city’s west end. 

Yadav has been charged with the following offences:

  • Sexual assault (x 3)
  • Sexual interference with a person under the age of 16 (x 2)
  • Forcible confinement
  • Obtaining sexual services for consideration from a person under the age of 18

Singh has been charged with the following offences:

  • Sexual assault (x 2)
  • Sexual interference with a person under the age of 16
  • Obtaining sexual services for consideration from a person under the age of 18 (x 2)
  • Procuring a person under the age of 18 (x 2)
  • Invitation to sexual touching
  • Receiving material benefits (x 2)

At this time, two additional suspects are wanted for obtaining sexual services for consideration from a person under the age of 18, and investigators believe there may be additional victims.

Anyone who may have been affected is urged to contact the Windsor Police Human Trafficking Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7659. To remain anonymous, contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com. 

We recognize that incidents of sexual violence and human trafficking can have significant impacts on victims and survivors. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact Victim Services of Windsor & Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 7179. Reports are handled with sensitivity and confidentiality.

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