Calgary police have made an arrest as part of an ongoing investigation into illicit drug trafficking in the city's East Village neighbourhood, with a continued focus on the area surrounding the Calgary Drop-In Centre.
Details of the Investigation and Arrest
The probe, which targeted activity around the 0-100 block of Dermot Baldwin Way S.E., led to the arrest of an East Village resident. According to police, the investigation uncovered connections to a Mercedes Benz vehicle and a storage facility located in the city's southeast. The arrest was announced on December 18, 2025.
Authorities have not released the identity of the individual taken into custody, but confirm the arrest is a direct result of the focused investigation into the distribution of illegal substances in the community.
Ongoing Police Focus on Drop-In Centre Vicinity
Police officials emphasized that their enforcement and monitoring efforts will remain concentrated on the vicinity of the Calgary Drop-In Centre. This area has been identified as a zone of concern for drug-related activities. The police strategy involves a combination of visible patrols, undercover operations, and community engagement to disrupt trafficking networks and improve public safety for residents and service users in the neighbourhood.
Community Impact and Police Statement
The Calgary Police Service has reiterated its commitment to addressing community concerns regarding open drug use and trafficking. This arrest is presented as a step in a larger, sustained effort to combat the drug trade in the downtown core. Police are urging anyone with information about drug activity in the East Village or other parts of the city to come forward and contact them or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
The investigation remains active, and police have not ruled out the possibility of further arrests as they continue to pursue leads connected to this case.
