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Two suspects are accused of drug trafficking offences following a drug seizure that took place in Medicine Hat. Cocaine and various other drugs were seized. (Image Credit: ALERT)
ALERT organized crime unit

Two suspects charged with drug trafficking in Medicine Hat after eight-month investigation

Sep 17, 2026 | 12:18 PM

Two people have been charged after an eight-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking in Medicine Hat.

The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams’ organized crime unit arrested the two suspects Sept. 10 after executing search warrants at a home and a vehicle with assistance from the Medicine Hat Police Service.

ALERT says investigators seized about $30,000 worth of drugs, including 323 grams of cocaine, 53 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 19 grams of GHB and 100 illicit prescription pills.

Police also seized $5,938 in cash.

Hart Cohen, 62, and Crystal Mickle, 42, are jointly charged with possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of drugs and possession of proceeds of crime.

Mickle was released from custody.

Cohen remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in Medicine Hat court Thursday.

ALERT says the investigation began after receiving complaints about suspected drug trafficking activity at a Medicine Hat residence.

“Taking drugs off the street and holding drug dealers accountable remains a top priority for ALERT and the Medicine Hat Police Service,” Insp. Brad Lundeen said in a news release.

“Our agencies are committed to working together to keep our community safe.”

ALERT says members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity can contact the Medicine Hat Police Service at 403-529-8481 or submit an anonymous tip through the police service’s website or mobile app.