Calgary man charged in human trafficking investigation; police seek additional victims
Eric Dinh, 25, arrested after a joint ALERT and Calgary Police investigation into allegations of human trafficking. Police believe there may be more victims.
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Calgary police and Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) have charged a 25-year-old man following a joint human trafficking investigation launched in March 2026.
Eric Dinh, who lives in the Martindale neighbourhood, was arrested September 29. A search of his home turned up quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as nearly $5,000 in cash.
Dinh is facing five charges: obtaining a material benefit from sexual services, advertising sexual services, possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a prohibited device, and possession of proceeds of crime. He was released from custody under conditions and is scheduled to appear in court October 23.
Police believe there may be additional victims and are asking anyone with information to contact the Calgary Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
How many victims has the investigation identified so far?
What specific conditions of release were placed on Dinh?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
The facts
Who was charged in this human trafficking investigation?
Eric Dinh, a 25-year-old man living in Calgary's Martindale neighbourhood, was charged following a joint investigation by Calgary Police and Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams.
When was Eric Dinh arrested?
Eric Dinh was arrested on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
What charges is Eric Dinh facing?
Dinh faces five charges: obtaining a material benefit from sexual services, advertising sexual services, possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a prohibited device, and possession of proceeds of crime.
What was found during the search of his home?
Police found quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as nearly $5,000 in cash.
