On March 31, 2024, CBSA announced the interception and seizure of a combined 148.8 kilograms of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $500,000, in six separate occasions at Vancouver International Airport. In each instance, the narcotics were concealed in passengers’ suitcases and bound for export abroad.
- On January 18, 2025, CBSA border services officers intercepted 35.7 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to Hong Kong. The narcotics were wrapped in gift wrap and hidden in two suitcases.
- On January 31, 2025, border services officers intercepted 28.5 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to Hong Kong. The narcotics were concealed in coffee bags and hidden in two suitcases.
- On February 16, 2025, border services officers intercepted 23.5 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to Australia. The narcotics were concealed in packages wrapped in towels soaked with vinegar and cayenne pepper.
- On February 19, 2025, border services officers intercepted:
- 16.4 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to Australia. The narcotics were infused within various articles of clothing.
- 19.2 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to Australia. The narcotics were infused within various articles of clothing.
- 25.5 kg of methamphetamine destined for export to New Zealand. The narcotics were concealed in vacuum sealed packaging with a mixture of coffee and pepper substance.
In each instance, the travellers were arrested and taken into custody by the RCMP’s Federal Police Pacific Region unit.
CBSA is encouraging anyone with information about suspicious cross-border activity to contact 1-888-502-9060.
RCMP is encouraging anyone with information regarding criminal activity to contact 1-800-387-0020, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.