Dozens of charges laid in stolen property investigation

Six people — five men and one woman — are facing a total of 37 criminal charges following a multi-month Calgary police investigation that led to the recovery of four stolen vehicles and the seizure of nearly 194 grams of illegal drugs.

The investigation began in October 2025 after police received reports of suspicious activity, including suspected drug trafficking, in the 200 block of Woodridge Drive S.W.

Between Nov. 2, 2025, and Jan. 8, 2026, officers carried out a complex investigation that resulted in the seizure and recovery of several stolen vehicles and illicit substances.

Police seized:

• 172.4 grams of fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $17,240
• 20.6 grams of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $412

Six individuals were arrested as a result of the investigation.

“With the help of patrol members across various districts, as well as our Tactical, Canine and HAWCS teams, we were able to successfully apprehend multiple people believed to be responsible for drug trafficking and stolen property-related crimes,” said Inspector Scott Neilson of the Calgary Police Service. “We were also able to return the stolen vehicles to their rightful owners. We encourage Calgarians to report suspicious activity so police can take appropriate action to keep communities safe.”

Charges laid

• Justin John Bishop, 33, is charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000, possession of methamphetamine, possession of fentanyl, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. He is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.
• Fritz Zachary Chiefmoon, 31, faces charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of fentanyl, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and four counts of failing to comply with a probation order. He is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.
• Matthew James Crane-Watchmaker, 27, is charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, two counts of failing to comply with a probation order, two counts of failing to comply with a release order, and one count of obstructing a peace officer. His next court appearance is set for Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.
• William Mark Rider, 24, is charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, possession of cocaine and fentanyl, failure to comply with a release order, possession of a weapon contrary to a prohibition order, unauthorized possession of a restricted weapon, and three counts of failing to comply with a probation order. He is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
• Harley David Moyah, 26, is charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000, possession of opioids for the purpose of trafficking, four counts of driving while disqualified, and three counts of possession of a weapon contrary to a prohibition order. He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.
• Amelia Royaleigh Arnold, 31, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.