CBSA officers once again find suspected cocaine at the Toronto Pearson International Airport

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today the seizure of over 7.5 kg of suspected cocaine at the Toronto Pearson International Airport.

On December 10, 2016, CBSA officers monitoring the offload of luggage on a flight from the Dominican Republic noticed an unclaimed suitcase. The suitcase was examined by officers and found to contain a backpack with six brick-shaped bundles. The contents of the bundles were subsequently field tested and tested positive for suspected cocaine.

The suspected cocaine was turned over to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

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“This was yet another excellent interception by CBSA officers. I commend our officers for their vigilance and ability to disrupt criminal activity to dissuade organizations from smuggling dangerous contraband into Canada.”

-       Goran Vragovic, CBSA Regional Director General, Greater Toronto Area Region

Quick Facts

• The CBSA made 172 cocaine seizures in the Greater Toronto Area Region from January 1, 2016 to December 15, 2016.
• If you have information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060.

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Contacts                                                                   
CBSA Media Relations
Greater Toronto Area
905-803-2800

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