Two Edmonton Boys Charged for AI-Generated Child Exploitation Images

On June 17, 2026, Alberta's ALERT Internet Child Exploitation unit announced charges against two 14-year-old boys for allegedly using AI to create exploitative images of female classmates. The boys are charged with making and possessing child sexual exploitation materials and voyeurism. The investigation began in March 2026 after a teacher reported complaints from students. Victims include several girls from an Edmonton junior high school, whose identities are protected. This incident marks Canada's second prosecution related to AI-generated child sexual exploitation materials in a school setting within six months. The first case involved a 17-year-old in Calgary charged in December 2025. The investigation is ongoing, and support is being provided to the victims by local advocacy organizations.

Key Points: • Two 14-year-old boys in Edmonton face charges for creating AI-generated exploitative images. • The investigation began in March 2026 after student complaints were reported by a teacher. • This is the second AI-related child exploitation case in Canadian schools within six months.