Four Edmonton homes searched, cocaine seized by ALERT

Edmonton, Alberta – More than two kilograms of cocaine, cash, and four vehicles have been seized following an ALERT Edmonton investigation into cocaine trafficking.

The investigation began in October 2022. Police were able to identify four homes and four vehicles linked to the drug trafficking operation.

“Through the course of this five-month investigation, officers were able to identify several suspects, and seized several pieces of equipment which were being used to produce large, commercial-sized quantities of product. This tells us that this was a much bigger, sophisticated operation,” said Sgt. Jeff Woodliffe, ALERT Edmonton.

On February 23, 2023, police searched four homes and seized the following items as evidence:

2.6 kgs of cocaine;

28 grams of methamphetamine;

10 kgs of a cocaine buffing agent; and

$11,000 in cash.

Four Edmonton homes searched, cocaine seized by ALERT
Four Edmonton homes searched, cocaine seized by ALERT
Police were able to identify four homes and four vehicles linked to the drug trafficking operation.
Police were able to identify four homes and four vehicles linked to the drug trafficking operation.

The investigation remains ongoing as investigators prepare reports and disclosure for Crown Counsel.

The Edmonton Police Service assisted throughout the investigation.

Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community can call local police, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers is always anonymous.

ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime.

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