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Nanny Drugged, Exploited by Oshawa Couple
12 Jun
Summary
- Nanny drugged with noxious substance after eating ice cream.
- Employer charged with sexual assault and child exploitation.
- Police seized drugs and child exploitation material from home.
A nanny's arrival in Canada to provide child care took a disturbing turn, leading to her hospitalization after being drugged. The victim had come to Oshawa last December to work informally as an au pair for a couple with several children, responding to an advertisement on Facebook.
On December 12, 2025, the employer allegedly gave the nanny ice cream, after which she reported feeling incoherent and losing consciousness, with no memory of the night. Medical confirmation later revealed a noxious drug in her system. The investigation continued into early 2026.
In early 2026, police executed a search warrant at the suspect's residence, seizing electronic devices and the same drug used in the offense. Analysis of these devices uncovered further evidence, including materials related to child sexual abuse and exploitation.
On Wednesday, June 11, 2026, investigators arrested Derek Stephen Bellamy, 38, charging him with sexual assault, administering a noxious substance, voyeurism, and possession of child sexual abuse material. He was held for a bail hearing. Authorities are concerned about other potential victims and urge anyone with information to come forward.
