CBSA seizes over 30 kg of suspected narcotics at Coutts border crossing
On April 9, 2023, CBSA officers discovered and seized approximately 30 kg of suspected cocaine following the examination of a commercial truck at the Coutts border crossing in southern Alberta.
- On April 9, 2023, CBSA officers discovered and seized approximately 30 kg of suspected cocaine following the examination of a commercial truck at the Coutts border crossing in southern Alberta.
- During the search of the vehicle, officers also discovered 5.7 g of suspected opium.
- The driver was subsequently arrested by the CBSA and transferred to the Alberta RCMP Integrated Border Enforcement Unit's custody along with the suspected narcotics.
- In November 2022, CBSA officers discovered and seized a total of 96 kg of cocaine in two separate seizures (of 43 kg and 53 kg , respectively) from commercial trucks carrying produce.