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ALERT makes arrests, seizes over 30k in drugs in Medicine Hat

Three people are facing charges after police seized more than $30,000 worth of drugs in Medicine Hat.

It’s alleged the three accused were part of a network transporting drugs, like fentanyl, meth and cocaine from Calgary and distributing them in southeastern Alberta.

The two month investigation, by Medicine Hat’s ALERT organized crime team, wrapped up with arrests on January 10th and 24th.

47 year old Wayne Shrubsall, 32 year old Nancy Fehr, and 33 year old Crystal Spence all of Medicine Hat are facing drug related charges.

Brooks RCMP, Calgary Police and Medicine Hat Police all assisted in the investigation.

Tina Karst
Tina Karst
A Lethbridge College alumnus, Tina moved back to the community two years after convocation, in September 2007, to become a member of the CJOC News Team. She started as a weekend reporter/anchor and now serves as Associate News Director. When Tina's not tracking down local news, she's either busy at home with Jordan and their two kids or creating custom macrame pieces for a growing list of clients.
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