Four men have been charged following a massive drug trafficking investigation that resulted in a Calgary police seizure of more than $8.8 million in drugs and cash. The operation, which targeted a distribution network operating in Calgary and Edmonton, included the recovery of $6.8 million worth of narcotics and over $2 million in currency.

Details of the investigation

The probe began in June 2026 after the Calgary Police Service (CPS) drug unit identified a residence linked to trafficking. The multi-agency effort involved 16 CPS units, the Edmonton Police Service, the RCMP, and the Canada Border Services Agency.

During the investigation, authorities obtained 18 judicial authorizations and executed nine search warrants. These searches took place at five different residences located in Calgary and Cochrane.

What was found during the seizure?

Officers recovered a significant variety of illegal substances and large amounts of money during the October 8 raids. The items seized included:

  • 40.3 kg of cocaine and 654 g of crack cocaine
  • 1.6 kg of fentanyl
  • 6.9 kg of MDMA and 4.3 kg of methamphetamine
  • 31 g of ketamine
  • 298,452 prescription pills, such as Xanax, oxycodone, and codeine
  • More than $2 million in Canadian and U.S. currency

Acting CPS Chief Asif Rashid stated the seizure represents a "significant disruption to a drug trafficking network operating in Calgary."

Who is facing charges?

The four men charged are Tomas Bahta, 19; Mohammed Ibrahim, 31; Fozee Ibrahim, 29; and Aidan Saunders, 29. They face various charges, including possession of controlled substances for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime.

While Mohammed Ibrahim was remanded in custody, the other three men were released with scheduled court appearances in late October and early November. Investigators believe much of the cocaine may have originated from Colombia.

FAQ

How much money was seized?

Police recovered more than $2 million in both Canadian and U.S. currency during the operation.

Where did the searches occur?

Officers executed warrants at four residences in Calgary and one residence in Cochrane.