On May 23, 2025, Steven Cabral, 33, was arrested and charged with transmitting child sexual abuse and exploitation material, possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material, and accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
On June 15, 2026, Cabral pled guilty to possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material. A sentence hearing has been scheduled for October 2026. Cabral remains on release and is bound by several conditions including that he has no contact with anyone 16 years of age and younger.
Steven Cabral, 33
The EPS continued their investigation and identified new information indicating additional individuals may have been victimized by Cabral, who coached and refereed youth volleyball teams in Edmonton involving players between the ages of 12 to 17.
“Following the court’s decision to release the accused after charges were initially laid, police continued their investigation and learned about new information that suggests that there may be additional complainants,” says Sgt. Maciej Rocki with the EPS’ Northwest Patrol. “We know that conversations with children are hard for family and friends to have when these matters arise, but we want to ensure that we are able to provide support and a safe environment for anyone who may have information to come forward and speak with police.”