News Release Archives > May 2021

Edmonton… A cross-Canada investigation between ALERT’s Internet Child Exploitation unit and the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) has led to charges against a St. Catharines, Ont. man, and police believe there may be additional victims. ICE alleges the suspect sexually assaulted an underage youth that he met via the internet. The victim was lured and… Read more »

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Calgary… Three million dollars’ worth of drugs and cash was seized from two Calgary homes, including what is believed to be the province’s largest seizure of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB). On April 27, 2021 ALERT Calgary’s organized crime and gang team concluded a short-term investigation with a record drug haul. ALERT seized enough methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and… Read more »

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Red Deer… Three people have been arrested on drugs and firearms offences following a joint investigation between ALERT and Lacombe Police Service. The arrests took place on May 5, 2021 after a Lacombe house and vehicle were searched by investigators. ALERT alleges the home was associated to drug activity and investigators seized quantities of methamphetamine,… Read more »

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Calgary… A Quebec man has been charged with human trafficking offences following an investigation by ALERT and the Calgary Police Service. ALERT’s Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation unit alleges the suspect forced a woman into the sex trade. The victim reported to police that she was sexually exploited, and her perpetrator controlled her money, food, and… Read more »

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