The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are committed to safeguarding our country and keeping illegal and dangerous drugs from reaching our communities.
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. The driver was carrying a shipment destined for Calgary, 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.
On April 10, 2023, the RCMP charged the 35-year-old driver with the following offences:
- Importation of a Controlled Substance contrary to section 6(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
- Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act; and
- Smuggling into Canada contrary to section 159 of the Customs Act.
The individual is scheduled to appear in Lethbridge Provincial Court on May 26, 2023.
