Scarborough man arrested in Calgary on trafficking charge, investigators suspect more victims
Mark Williams, 42, of Scarborough, Ont., was arrested Friday in Sunridge and charged with procuring a person for sexual services; he remains in custody and has a court date Thursday.
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A Scarborough, Ont. Man, Mark Williams, 42, was arrested Friday in Calgary's Sunridge neighbourhood and charged with procuring a person for sexual services. He remains in custody and is due in court Thursday.
The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) human trafficking team led the investigation, which began with a tip about a man allegedly exploiting a vulnerable woman in the Calgary area. The woman has been connected with support resources. Investigators believe there may be additional victims.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Survivors can reach support by calling 211.
The charge is an allegation. No court has tested it, and no plea or court outcome has been reported.
The charge has not been proven in court.
The facts
Who was arrested in Calgary on a trafficking-related charge?
Mark Williams, 42, of Scarborough, Ont., was arrested in Calgary's Sunridge neighbourhood and charged with procuring a person for sexual services. He remains in custody.
When was Mark Williams arrested in Sunridge?
Mark Williams was arrested on Friday, November 6, 2026, in Calgary's Sunridge neighbourhood.
Which team led the investigation into Mark Williams?
The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) human trafficking team led the investigation, which
