08/17/2026
Drug Trafficking Charges Following Traffic Stop
On August 14, 2026, at approximately 3:30 am, Taber Police Service conducted a traffic stop for driving violations. During the investigation, police observed illegal non-taxed ci******es. A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of a significant quantity and items associated with drug trafficking.
Police seized:
Over 45 grams of powder co***ne
Over 39 grams of methamphetamine
Over 11 grams of crack co***ne
Drug trafficking paraphernalia
Approximately $1400 cash.
The occupants of the vehicle were arrested and charged:
Jacqueline Mary BOURASSA (43) of Taber, was charged with two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and, following a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, was remanded for Lethbridge Court of Justice on August 17, 2026.
Dillon Jesse BURGESS (34) of Taber was charged with two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and was released, following a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, on a Release Order with conditions for Taber Court of Justice, on September 8, 2026.
Maria BELCASTRO (44) of Taber was charged with two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and was released, following a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, on a Release Order with conditions for Taber Court of Justice on September 8, 2026.