Suspected carfentanil seized in southern Alberta bust: ALERT

The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) is urging caution in southern Alberta after officers seized what is believed to be carfentanil.

ALERT’s Lethbridge unit arrested a women on Feb. 7 outside of a business in Claresholm, Alta.

Officers seized a total of 114.5 grams of powder that they suspect could contain carfentanil, a drug that is 100 times more potent than fentanyl.

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“This is the first time ALERT has seized such a large amount of what could be carfentanil in the Lethbridge area, and it’s very troubling to see it turn up,” Staff Sgt.Jason Walper said in a release.

“This is an extremely dangerous drug; even a tiny amount can be lethal. People need to be aware that it is present here and the damage it can do to the community.”

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Contents of the seized powder are currently being tested. Along with the powder, ALERT investigators also seized a small amount of another unknown substance and a set of brass knuckles.

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The total estimated value of the drugs seized is $45,800.

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Samantha Hattersley, 27, is facing one count each of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon, knowingly possessing a prohibited weapon and carrying a concealed weapon.