A male is facing several charges following a sexual assault investigation in Oshawa.
In 2025, the victim contacted a male and female with several children, via a Facebook Au Pair Group, to come to Canada to work informally as an au pair.
In December 2025, the victim arrived in Canada, and resided with the suspect and his spouse at their home, in exchange for providing child care.
On Friday, December 12, 2025, the suspect gave the victim ice cream. Soon after consuming the ice cream the victim reported feeling incoherent and eventually going unconscious, with no recollection of the night. The victim sought medical attention and it was later confirmed that a noxious drug was present in her system.
In early 2026, a search warrant was executed at the suspect’s residence in Oshawa.
Several electronic devices as well as the same drug used in the offence were located and seized.
Investigators analyzed these devices and found further evidence to support the investigation. Additionally, evidence of child sexual abuse and exploitation materials were found.
On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, investigators with the Special Victims Unit took the suspect into custody without incident.
Investigators have concerns there are additional victims. A photo of the accused has been attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca
Derek Stephen BELLAMY, age 38, from Oshawa is charged with: Sexual Assault, Administer Noxious Substance, Voyeurism x5, Possess Recording Obtained by Voyeurism x5, Possess child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material, Access Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Material.
He was held for a bail hearing.
Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact Det. Dunbar of the Special Victims Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5344.
Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.
The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
