Last month BayToday told a story of an Ottawa man facing human trafficking charges after a disturbance Friday, November 1 at a motel on Lakeshore Drive.
North Bay Police now say they were given a false name at the time, and have also announced new charges.
are continuing their human trafficking investigation that was started on November 1st.
See: Human trafficking charges laid after Lakeshore hotel ruckus
At the time police said they arrested Gemie Muya, 26, of Ottawa, but today said, "The investigation has revealed that the accused originally provided police with a false name."
Police started the investigation after a man and a woman had an argument that turned violent. The investigation revealed the woman was an escort involved in a working relationship with the man.
Arnold Muamba Kassongo, 25, of Ottawa is charged with:
- Trafficking in persons
- Material benefit resulting from trafficking in persons
- Assault
- Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Obstruct police;
- Identity theft;
- Acknowledging instrument in a false name
- Breach of probation
Kassongo remains in custody and will make his next appearance at the North Bay Courthouse on Dec. 5.
Police believe there are additional victims involved in this investigation and ask anyone with information that may assist to call the North Bay Police Service at 705-497-5555.
Detective Constable Wall is the Investigating Officer.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, contact Near North Crime Stoppers, by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
