HUMAN TRAFFICKING INVESTIGATION
Investigators believe there may be additional victims

LONDON, ON (May 6, 2026) – The London Police Service (LPS) Human Trafficking Unit have laid charges in connection with a human trafficking investigation and believe there may be additional victims.

On April 30, 2026, police were contacted by a woman who reported ongoing exploitation in relation to the provision of sexual services.

The investigation determined that between 2023 and April 2026, accused encouraged the victim to engage in sexual services for money and exercised control over the victim by directing where and when she worked, setting prices for services, managing online advertisements, and communicating with clients. The suspect male directed her to provide sexual services to clients in multiple cities across Ontario  

In April 2026, the victim attempted to end the relationship and requested no further contact. Despite this, the suspect male continued to attend her residence uninvited. On April 30, 2026, the suspect transported the victim to London, where a dispute took place and resulted in damage to the victim’s cellular phone.

The victim contacted police.

As a result of the investigation, Jahaire Jahbari Breedy-Benons, 33, of Scarborough, has been charged with the following offences:

• Trafficking in persons, comprehensive
• Receiving a financial or material benefit from trafficking in persons (person over 18 years)
• Procuring
• Material benefit from sexual services
• Advertising another person’s sexual services
• Criminal harassment by repeatedly following
• Mischief under $5,000

He was arrested by members of the Toronto Police Service last night and remains in custody. He appeared in London court today in relation to the charges.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are sharing his photograph as a result.

Human trafficking is a serious offence that often involves the exploitation of a person through fear, control, or manipulation for financial gain. Warning signs may include someone being closely monitored or controlled, having limited access to identification or personal belongings, working excessively long hours, or appearing fearful, anxious, or submissive. Anyone who believes they may be a victim, or who has information about human trafficking, is encouraged to seek help and report it to police.

More information on recognizing the signs of human trafficking and available supports can be found on the London Police Service website: https://www.londonpolice.ca/crime-prevention/human-trafficking/

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.

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