A Calgary man charged in connection with former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding's alleged drug trafficking has lost his bail review bid. Allistair Chapman, 33, was one of 10 individuals arrested by federal RCMP for his alleged involvement with Wedding, who is accused of leading a major drug trafficking operation.
The bail review was denied by a judge, who upheld the original decision to keep Chapman in custody. The court found that releasing him would pose a significant risk to public safety and that he might flee the jurisdiction. Chapman's lawyer argued for his release, citing his ties to the community and lack of prior criminal record, but the prosecution emphasized the serious nature of the charges and the strength of the evidence.
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder, has been charged with multiple counts related to drug trafficking and conspiracy. The case has drawn significant media attention due to Wedding's athletic background and the scale of the alleged operation. The RCMP investigation, dubbed Project 4Ever, has led to arrests across Canada and the seizure of large quantities of drugs and assets.
Chapman remains in custody pending his next court appearance. The case continues to unfold as authorities work to dismantle the alleged drug network.
