Dieppe man charged in child sexual abuse material investigation

Community Safety Alert for New Brunswick

A 75-year-old man from Dieppe, New Brunswick, has been charged following an investigation into online child sexual abuse and exploitation material. The case stems from a proactive operation by specialized RCMP units that began in late 2024 and focused on activity on a media sharing platform.

According to police, the investigation led officers to a residence on Bahama Street in Dieppe, where a search warrant was executed and electronic devices were seized. The accused, identified as Roger Auffrey, has now been formally charged and has entered a plea in Moncton Provincial Court, with a trial scheduled for early 2027.

Official RCMP Details

The New Brunswick RCMP Internet Child Exploitation Unit launched a proactive investigation in October 2024 involving a media sharing platform. Through this work, investigators allege that child sexual abuse and exploitation material was distributed from the Dieppe area in both October 2024 and February 2025.

On December 11, 2025, members of the RCMP Internet Child Exploitation Unit, supported by the Codiac Regional RCMP and the RCMP’s Digital Forensic Services, executed a search warrant at a property on Bahama Street in Dieppe. Officers seized several electronic devices believed to be connected to the investigation. A 75-year-old man was arrested at the scene and later released under strict conditions pending further court proceedings.

Subsequent court actions include the following key developments:

• May 25, 2026: Roger Auffrey, 75, from Dieppe, was charged in Moncton Provincial Court with offences related to child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
• Charges laid include:
  • Possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material
  • Making (producing or distributing) child sexual abuse and exploitation material
• May 26, 2026: Auffrey appeared again in Moncton Provincial Court, entered a plea of not guilty, and a trial was scheduled for February 15 to 17, 2027.

The New Brunswick RCMP Internet Child Exploitation Unit includes members from the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, reflecting a collaborative approach to combating online child exploitation across the province. Cases like this contribute to broader trends tracked in CrimeCanada.ca’s national crime news coverage, helping communities understand how online offences can affect local safety.

How to Report Child Sexual Exploitation

Police are urging anyone who is a victim of online child sexual exploitation, or who has information about similar offences, to come forward. Reporting can help protect children who may currently be at risk and support ongoing investigations.

• If you are a victim or have information about similar crimes, contact your local police service.
• Suspected child sexual exploitation online can be reported to Canada’s national tip line at www.cybertip.ca.
• If you wish to remain anonymous but have information that may assist investigators, contact Crime Stoppers:
  • Phone: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
  • Secure P3 Mobile App: download and submit a tip through the app
  • Secure Web Tips: visit www.crimenb.ca

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case underscores how child sexual exploitation often unfolds quietly online but has profound impacts on real children and real families across New Brunswick. Internet-based offences can occur from any home or device, making it essential for parents, guardians, and community members to stay engaged and informed about online risks. While every accused person is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court, the allegations described in this alert highlight why early reporting and digital safety awareness are critical to community protection.

We encourage families to talk with children about safe internet use, report suspicious online behaviour immediately, and stay informed about crime trends through reliable data sources. Even smaller or remote communities, such as those tracked in our localized safety data (for example, the crime and safety statistics we maintain for communities like Charley Boy’s Meadow 3), can be affected by online exploitation. Community vigilance, prompt reporting, and support for victims are key to reducing harm and strengthening safety across the province.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the new-brunswick community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.