The Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit has charged a Saskatoon man with child exploitation offences. In August, 2024, the Sask ICE Unit commenced an online investigation relating to child pornography.

On September 17, 2024, the Saskatchewan ICE Unit conducted a Search Warrant at a home in Saskatoon. Electronic devices were examined on scene and seized pursuant to the investigation. As a result, 28-year-old Taylor Sokul of Saskatoon was charged on September 17, 2024 with the following:

Two counts of Possession of Child Pornography 163.1(4) of the Criminal Code

One count of Distribute Child Pornography 163.1(3) of the Criminal Code

Taylor Sokul appeared in court on September 17th and has been released on numerous conditions. His next court appearance is set for Oct 1, 2024 at 9:30 in Saskatoon Provincial Court.

Court information number: 991281368

The Saskatchewan ICE Unit is comprised of investigators from the Saskatchewan RCMP, Regina Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, and Prince Albert Police Service. Their mandate is to investigate crimes involving the abuse and/or exploitation of children on the Internet.