Three Calgary police officers are facing criminal charges related to allegations of sexual misconduct involving seven women, with one reportedly being photographed partially naked while in custody. Calgary Police Service Chief Katie McLellan expressed disappointment and embarrassment during a press conference. The charges stem from two linked investigations conducted by CPS’s professional standards section under the supervision of the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team.
Const. Adam McBride is accused of engaging in personal and sexual contact with six women he encountered during his policing duties. One of the women was the complainant in an aggravated assault case, as confirmed by CPS. The alleged inappropriate encounters occurred both on and off duty between May 2023 and March 2025. The investigation, initiated in January due to internal concerns, only revealed the full extent of the alleged conduct after a complaint was filed in March, according to CPS general counsel Katherine Murphy. McBride, a 14-year veteran of the service, faces four charges of breach of trust, leading to his suspension without pay and subsequent resignation from the police force.
Const. David Harms has been charged with two counts of breach of trust for allegedly being aware of and facilitating McBride’s actions. Harms, with 17 years of service, has been relieved from duty without pay. His defense lawyer, Alain Hepner, expressed confidence in his defense.
During the investigation, police discovered messages containing a photo of a partially naked woman, described as a “vulnerable woman in custody.” Const. Tyler Hobberstad faces one count of breach of trust and one count of distributing intimate images without consent. Hobberstad, a six-year CPS member, has also been suspended without pay. His representative, Shamsher Kothari, mentioned that they are awaiting disclosure to proceed with the case.
All three officers are scheduled to appear in court in early January. Chief McLellan emphasized the seriousness of the cases, stating that CPS is dedicated to thorough and transparent accountability. She acknowledged the impact of such allegations on public trust and confidence in the police force, emphasizing the importance of addressing these matters effectively.