52 kg of suspected cocaine seized at the Blue Water Bridge
News release
December 20, 2023 Point Edward, Ontario Canada Border Services Agency / Royal Canadian Mounted Police
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are committed to keeping communities safe from illegal narcotics.
On December 4, 2023, a commercial truck entered Canada at the Blue Water Bridge port of entry in Point Edward, Ontario, and was referred for a secondary examination. During the inspection of the trailer, border services officers discovered boxes containing 52 kg of suspected cocaine.
The CBSA arrested Manpreet Singh, 27, of Brampton, Ontario, and seized the suspected narcotics. The RCMP took custody of the subject and the evidence and formally charged Singh with:
- Importation of cocaine, contrary to Section 6(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
- Possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
The matter is currently before the Ontario Court of Justice, in Sarnia, Ontario.
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Quotes
“Border services officers are committed to protecting our borders and ensuring the security of our communities. We work in partnership with the RCMP to prevent illegal activity at the border and to keep Canadians safe from illegal drugs.”
- An Nguyen, Director, St.Clair District Operations, Canada Border Services Agency
“The RCMP works collaboratively with CBSA to protect Canadians from threats identified at our borders. This is another example of the tremendous work being done by our agencies to keep illegal drugs from reaching the streets in our communities.”
- Superintendent Rae Bolsterli, Officer in Charge, RCMP Border Integrity Program, O Division
Quick facts
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From January 1 to October 31, 2023, the CBSA in the Southern Ontario Region seized approximately 1,312 kg of narcotics. For more 2023 highlights, visit 2023 Year in Review.
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For the latest narcotics statistics, visit Canada Border Services Agency seizures.
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If you have information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.
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Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact their local police, the RCMP at 1-800-387-0020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
Contacts
Canada Border Services Agency
media@cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
1-877-761-5945 or 613-957-6500
www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police, O Division
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https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/on/index-eng.htm
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