Three members of the Calgary Police Service have been charged following two linked investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct involving seven women. The cases were handled by CPS’s professional standards section, with oversight from the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team.
Chief Expresses Public Frustration
At a news conference, Chief Katie McLellan said she was disappointed to be announcing charges of this nature and stressed that the service recognizes how cases like this affect public confidence.
Allegations Against Constable Adam McBride
Constable Adam McBride is accused of meeting six women while carrying out his police duties, then seeking or attempting to seek personal and sexual contact with them. CPS says the encounters happened both on duty and off duty between May 2023 and March 2025.
The service began looking into concerns internally in January, but says the scope of the behavior did not become clear until a formal complaint was filed in March.
McBride faces four breach of trust charges. He was suspended without pay, then resigned from the service the day before charges were made public. He is scheduled to appear in court in early January.
Constable David Harms Accused of Enabling Conduct
Constable David Harms has been charged with two counts of breach of trust. Investigators say he knew about the alleged behavior of McBride and either encouraged it or helped make it possible.
Harms, a 17-year member, has been relieved from duty without pay. His lawyer has said he intends to present a strong defence.
Discovery of an Intimate Image Leads to Third Charge
While reviewing messages linked to the main investigation, officers found a photo of a partially undressed woman that had been shared without her consent. CPS confirmed the woman was in custody at the time and described her as vulnerable.
Constable Tyler Hobberstad has been charged with one count of breach of trust and one count related to distributing an intimate image. He has six years of service and has also been relieved from duty without pay. His lawyer says they are waiting for full disclosure before deciding next steps.
Court Dates and Next Steps
All three officers are expected in court in early January. Chief McLellan said the service will continue to support a full and transparent process but noted that ongoing legal proceedings limit what CPS can release publicly.
Public Trust and Reporting Concerns
McLellan acknowledged that cases involving officer misconduct carry significant weight and said the service is committed to accountability as the investigations move forward.
