Fort Saskatchewan RCMP joint forces operation results in nine individuals arrested and charged

July 6, 2021
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta

News release

On Wednesday, June 23, 2021, members of the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP joined forces for an operation with the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team's (ALERT) Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation Unit targeting individuals seeking Sexual Services for Consideration.

During this operation, nine individuals were arrested and each charged with a single count of Obtaining Sexual Services for Consideration, and released on documents compelling them to attend Fort Saskatchewan Provincial Court on Sept. 2, 2021.

This successful operation was initiated as a result of intelligence led policing initiatives, and it reinforces the RCMP's commitment to reducing harm in the community of Fort Saskatchewan.

ALERT's Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation Unit investigates domestic human trafficking involving sexual exploitation occurring in Alberta. The integrated unit also works in collaboration with agencies and organizations involved in rescuing and supporting survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

If you have information on any crime, please contact the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP at 780-997-7900. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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Contact information

Alberta RCMP Media Relations
780-509-3970

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