The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today a significant seizure of over 12 kg of suspected cocaine at the Toronto Pearson International Airport (TPIA).
On May 21, 2015, CBSA officers monitoring the offload of luggage from an aircraft originating from the Dominican Republic noticed a black suitcase with a seemingly recycled bag tag. After opening the luggage and examining the contents, officers found ten brick shaped bundles wrapped in clothing. All the bundles were subsequently tested and found to contain suspected cocaine.
The suspected cocaine was turned over to Peel Regional Police.
Quick Facts
- The CBSA processed over 12 million travellers at the TPIA in 2014, making it Canada’s busiest airport.
- In 2014, the CBSA in the Greater Toronto Area made 180 cocaine seizures totaling over 954 kg.
- If you have information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Toll‑free Line at 1-888-502-9060.
Quote
“A sound enforcement posture allows us to continue detecting illicit contraband and keeping our communities safe.”
- Goran Vragovic, CBSA Regional Director General, Greater Toronto Area Region
- 30 -
Contacts
CBSA Media Relations
Greater Toronto Area
905-803-2800
Follow us on Twitter (@CanBorder), join us on Facebook or visit our YouTube channel.
Photo caption: Bundles of suspected cocaine
