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By Josh Hall

22,000 doses

Police make largest fentanyl seizure in Lethbridge history

Mar 31, 2026 | 10:22 AM

Authorities have made the largest seizure of fentanyl in Lethbridge’s history.

ALERT and Lethbridge Police Service shared Tuesday that they’ve seized just over 2.25 kilograms of the substance. It has an estimated street value of $450,000, they say.

The seizure was made March 19 after searching a home in the Victoria Park area, near Chinook Regional Hospital and a middle school.

In a release, ALERT notes 2.25 kg is the equivalent of 22,000 doses, if sold on the street, and add that it was stashed throughout the home. ALERT also seized more than $8,000 in cash, and 14 cartons of contraband cigarettes.

“Fentanyl remains a top priority for ALERT. A record seizure like this showcases our commitment to public safety and we will continue to aggressively target offenders who poison our community,” says Trevor Sheppard, staff sergeant, ALERT.

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“When individuals involved in serious drug trafficking are released, the impact is felt immediately in our neighbourhoods.”

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Consequently, ALERT has arrested a 49-year-old woman who they say was violating two prior court-ordered release conditions in connection with other major drug seizures in the city. In July 2025, the woman was allegedly found in possession of 1,137 grams of fentanyl.

Sherry Hopkins is now charged with:

• Possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking;
• Possession of property obtained by crime;
• Possession of more than 2,000 cigarettes; and
• Breach of release order.

Hopkins remains in custody with her next court appearance scheduled for April 23.  

Lethbridge’s previous largest fentanyl seizure took place in December 2022 when 1.6 kilograms of fentanyl was seized as part of a million-dollar drug seizure. The accused in that case was sentenced to 12 years in prison, which commenced in February 2025.  

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.