In May of 2025, Wetaskiwin RCMP began an investigation targeting drug traffickers in Wetaskiwin. As a result of the investigation, RCMP identified an active drug trafficker selling both Fentanyl and Methamphetamine. On Sept. 19, 2025, officers with the Wetaskiwin Crime Reduction Unit arrested the suspect as she exited her vehicle at a Wetaskiwin residence. During the search incidental to arrest RCMP located;
- 33 grams of suspected Fentanyl;
- 7.6 grams of suspect Methamphetamine;
- A replica handgun.
RCMP have charged Wetaskiwin resident Amanda Walker (45), with;
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x3);
- Trafficking in a controlled substance (x9);
- Assault;
- Possession of a controlled substance;
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose;
- Fail to comply with release order.
Walker was taken before a Justice of the Peace and released with her next court date set for Oct. 2, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Wetaskiwin.
“Dangerous drugs like Fentanyl and Methamphetamine causes physical and social harm, “ says Cpl . John Learn of the Wetaskiwin Crime Reduction Unit, “ targeting these drug traffickers is a critical step in protecting our community. Every seizure means fewer lives at risk and shows the dedication of our police force to keeping families safe.”
