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Calgary Charges First Overdose Manslaughter
Calgary police have charged a 40-year-old man with manslaughter in the fatal overdose of a 16-year-old girl, marking the first time they’ve pursued such charges after an overdose. Found unresponsive at a residence where drugs were consumed, the teen died from carfentanil toxicity. This case signals a major shift in police strategy, with a new dedicated team now investigating every overdose to hold traffickers accountable. The arrest is part of a broader, formalized effort launched from a pilot program, including tackling online drug sales. The community is reeling — this tragedy underscores…
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