Thorold man charged after police receive a tip about the online sexual exploitation of children.
A man from Thorold is facing child pornography charges.
Police say the investigation kicked off earlier this month.
On November 16th, officers arrested 44-year-old William Russell Dorey of Thorold for failing to comply with a release order.
Police say after that arrest, evidence was found of additional crimes, and he was arrested again earlier today.
Dorey stands accused of the following crimes:
- Make Child Pornography
- Make Child Pornography Available
- Fail to Comply with Release Order
The suspect is due in court tomorrow.

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