A Brampton man is facing multiple charges related to the alleged trafficking of women through the Niagara and Halton regions.
Halton Regional Police made the arrest today (Sept. 10) in Burlington.
Patrick Boyd Park, 40, of Brampton, is charged with:
- Trafficking in persons by exercising control
- Procuring
- Advertising another person’s sexual services
- Extortion
- Utter threats
- Forcible confinement
Park has been transported to Niagara Falls and will be held in custody there.
The investigation involved the Niagara Regional Police human trafficking unit, assisted by Halton Regional Police.
Detectives believe there may be more victims. They say Park was involved in the adult entertainment industry known as “Luca” or “Lukas.” Detectives also believe members of the public could have more information regarding this investigation.
Park is being held in custody pending a video bail hearing, which is expected to take place today at the John Sopinka Courthouse in Hamilton.
Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009543.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or at 1-800-222-8477.
