An RCMP investigation into alleged corruption at Calgary City Hall has led to search warrants being executed at several properties, including the home of former Mayor Jyoti Gondek.
According to CBC News, which cited multiple sources with knowledge of the matter, the warrant and production order were made last week as part of an ongoing investigation involving a local business.
Sources told the outlet that Gondek’s home was searched and his mobile phone was confiscated.
“I am fully cooperating and respect the legal process,” Gondek said in a statement to CBC News.
“At the same time, it has been very invasive and I and my attorneys will review it closely to make sure (the search) was reasonable.”
The homes of current Ward 10 Councilor Andre Chabot and former Ward 4 Councilor Sean Chu were also searched, with both their phones confiscated.
According to CBC News, Chu’s lawyer Shamsher Kothari said, “My client has always been cooperative and respectful of the legal process.”
“No charges have been filed and I look forward to a speedy conclusion to this investigation.”
Chabot confirmed the finding but said he did not know the reason. “I am fully following it, I have nothing to hide,” he said.
The RCMP confirmed the investigation is being conducted by its federal police Northwest Territories unit. No charges have been filed.
