Police arrest and charge four in June 3 drug bust
By Medicine Hat News on June 9, 2020.
Four people were arrested in Veinerville on June 3 in connection with a drug bust. A search of vehicles yielded nearly $20,000 worth of drugs, including 184 grams of methamphetamine, 28 grams of fentanyl, 28 grams of cocaine and 20 grams of psilocybin mushrooms. “Drug dealers will go to great lengths to protect their trade, including introducing violence into the community and those around them,” said Insp. Sean Boser, ALERT regional teams. One of the suspects attempted to flee police in a vehicle. Two ALERT police vehicles were rammed in the process. An ALERT investigator attended hospital with minor injuries as a precautionary measure. Medicine Hat Police Service and Redcliff RCMP helped with the investigation, which dates back to mid May 2020. Gerald Thurber, a 52-year-old man from Medicine Hat, is charged with flight from police, a weapon assault on a peace officer, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and possession of proceeds of crime. Trent Collier, 44-year-old male from Medicine Hat, is charged with possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime, breach of undertaking, breach of release order, and breach of probation. Kris Hansen, 37-year-old man from Medicine Hat, is charged with possession of drugs, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and breach of recognizance. Jessica Ott, a 24-year-old woman from Medicine Hat, is charged with possession of drugs. 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. Medicine Hat residents can also submit tips anonymously through the Medicine Hat Police Service mobile app. 11-10
