The Lethbridge Police Service has charged a man with drug trafficking offences. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Lethbridge man charged with drug trafficking

Feb 27, 2026 | 12:40 PM

A targeted enforcement blitz in the downtown core led to drug-related charges against one man.

The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) says, on Wednesday, Feb. 25, officers were addressing an illegal encampment along the 200 block of 8 Street North.

A man was located and was known to have outstanding warrants.

He was arrested, and during a subsequent search, police allegedly seized 14.3 grams of fentanyl, or 143 doses worth, along with drug paraphernalia and cash.

LPS says the drugs were pre-packaged in bulk amounts and were reportedly destined for sale to other drug dealers in the area.

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Peter Stephen Many Bears, 37, of Lethbridge, is charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, and possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000.

He is currently in custody awaiting a Judicial Interim Release hearing.

The one-day enforcement operation led to the execution of 70 warrants.