The Medicine Hat Police Service Major Crime Unit has laid multiple charges following a traffic stop and drug seizure on May 22, 2026. While investigating an unrelated matter, officers observed a vehicle displaying a stolen licence plate.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of 36-year-old Vanessa Denhollander of Medicine Hat. A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, ecstasy and psilocybin, with an estimated street value of $103,276.

Denhollander is charged with:

• Three counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking

• One count of possession of proceeds of crime

• One count of possession of stolen property under $5,000

• One count of possession of a controlled substance

Denhollander was held for a Judicial Interim Release Hearing and was subsequently released by a Justice of the Peace. She is scheduled to appear in Medicine Hat Provincial Court on May 28, 2026.

The Medicine Hat Police Service Major Crime Unit continues to investigate.

Media Contact:

S/Sgt. Darren Lole
Criminal Investigation Section
Medicine Hat Police Service
Ph: 403-529-8421