A search warrant is underway at a rural property outside of Valleyview, Alta. as part of an ALERT investigation into a suspected drug manufacturing lab.
ALERT organized crime unit, along with the RCMP’s Clandestine Laboratory Enforcement Response Team (CLEAR), are in the process of dismantling the lab. The search warrant execution took place on October 2, 2024 and is expected to last several days.
“ALERT’s investigation has identified and shutdown what appears to be a major fentanyl operation. Our team is working alongside public safety partners and chemical experts to remediate the threat,” said Insp. Angela Kemp, ALERT Edmonton.
“It’s too early to speculate on the scope of its operations, but it appears the lab possesses all the tools, materials, and chemicals necessary to mass produce fentanyl.”
One person was taken into custody.
Valleyview is located approximately 100 kilometers east of Grande Prairie.
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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