Paul Goodman, 49, was arrested Monday and charged with possession of child pornography, creation of child pornography and possession of child pornography. Goodman works as a teaching assistant at St. Catholic Primary School. Ann at Barton St. at Hamilton. Police say he is also a scout leader with the Scouts Canada. The allegations stem from an investigation launched after police referred him to the National Center for Child Exploitation for Crime. Police carried out a search warrant on March 24 that led to the seizure of computer devices. On Monday, investigators uncovered evidence of child pornography and identified the victim as a child under the age of six attending the school where Goodman works. . @ CHCHNews Hamilton Catholic District School Board, “Deeply disturbed by the current allegations against Paul Goodman, we continue to hold those affected by our thoughts and prayers. “With immediate effect, Mr. Goodman was released on unpaid leave.” – Phil Perkins (@PhilPerkinsCHCH) April 5, 2022 Police believe there may be more casualties. The search is ongoing and anyone with information is requested to contact the Internet Operation Unit at 905-540-5247.
