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By Justin Goulet

Pair arrested for alleged drug dealing in Taber

Dec 11, 2020 | 10:41 AM

TABER, AB – An investigation between Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) and the Taber Police Service has resulted in the arrest of two alleged drug dealers.

In addition to the arrests, ALERT seized large quantities of fentanyl and cocaine.

On December 9, 2020, following a short-term investigation, ALERT Lethbridge’s organized crime team searched a Taber home with help from Taber Police.

During the search, police seized:

• 31 grams of cocaine
• Four grams of suspected fentanyl
• Body armour
• Brass knuckles
• $930 in cash

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“I would like to thank the ALERT team for undertaking this investigating and assisting our community with a serious public safety concern – an example of collaboration at its finest,” said Taber Police Service Chief Graham Abela.

27-year-old Kade Mehlhaff and 24-year-old Ireland Conroy are facing a number of drug-related charges.

ALERT alleges they sold drugs throughout Taber and the surrounding area.

Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community are advised to call their local police service or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).