Tactical Rescue Operation
Calgary police officers rescued a kidnapping victim and arrested two men inside a residence on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, and have launched a manhunt for an additional suspect.
Authorities received reports on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, regarding a woman held against her will inside a southeast home.
Officers launched an immediate investigation into the forced confinement incident. Consequently, members of the Tactical Unit executed an early morning search warrant in the 2000 block of 37 Street S.E.
Weapons and Illicit Seizures
Tactical officers located the female victim alongside two male suspects upon entering the residential property.
Investigators determined the hostage situation was a targeted, drug-related incident.
Officers conducted a thorough search of the home and surrounding premises. As a result, police seized a sawed-off rifle, multiple cell phones, and a stolen motorcycle parked in the driveway. Officers also confiscated over $72,000 worth of illegal narcotics. The seized drugs included 607 grams of fentanyl valued at $60,700, 360 grams of methamphetamine valued at $7,200, and 850 millilitres of GHB valued at $4,250.
Suspects Charged
Police arrested two Calgary men at the scene and formally processed multiple criminal charges.
Officers charged a 45-year-old man with forcible confinement, assault, overcoming resistance, theft under $5,000, and three counts of drug trafficking. He will remain in custody and will appear in court on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
Meanwhile, police charged a 36-year-old male with identical confinement and drug offenses, as well as several weapons violations. He also faces additional counts of possessing a prohibited firearm, unsafe firearm storage, and court order breaches. He is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026.
Ongoing Manhunt for Wanted Suspect
Furthermore, police have launched an active search for a third male suspect, who is wanted on outstanding arrest warrants.
Investigators believe the 33-year-old Calgary resident participated in the kidnapping and drug operation. The suspect faces warrants for forcible confinement, theft under $5,000, possession for the purpose of trafficking, and breach of a court order.
Police describe him as approximately six feet tall and 280 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspects whereabouts should contact Calgary Police at 403-266-1234 or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.
The names and photographs of the suspects can be found at: Calgary Police