
February 10,2026
RED FM News Desk
Peel Regional Police are searching for a Mississauga man wanted in connection with a sexual assault investigation involving alleged offences at a place of worship in Brampton.
Investigators with the Special Victims Unit (SVU) say they became aware on Tuesday, February 3, of multiple alleged sexual assaults that reportedly occurred at a church in the city.
Following the investigation, police are seeking to locate Christopher Brito De Araujo, 24, who is wanted on several serious charges.
The charges include:
- Sexual Assault (five counts)
- Sexual Exploitation (four counts)
- Sexual Interference
- Voyeurism
- Distributing Intimate Images Without Consent
Police say the accused was employed as a youth director at the church and led multiple programs attended by young people.
Investigators have confirmed that Brito De Araujo fled Canada to Brazil on Monday, February 2, one day before police became aware of the allegations.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police believe there may be additional victims.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Peel Regional Police Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460, or by email at SVU@PeelPolice.ca. Anonymous tips can also be provided through Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at PeelCrimeStoppers.ca.







