VANCOUVER, BC, June 27,
2024 /CNW/ - The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
is committed to protecting Canadians by intercepting and
investigating smuggling attempts at our borders.
The CBSA's Pacific Region Criminal Investigations Section
launched an investigation after three firearm suppressors were
intercepted by border services officers at Vancouver International Airport Air Cargo
Operations in April 2024. On
June 4, 2024, CBSA criminal
investigators, with assistance from the Sicamous RCMP, executed search warrants on the
suspect's vehicle and the boat they were residing in. A number of
items were seized, including:
- a firearm with a defaced serial number;
- an over-capacity magazine;
- a firearm suppressor; and
- approximately 800g of suspected methamphetamine.
The suspect was arrested and the investigation is ongoing.
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"The Canada Border Services Agency works hard to intercept
undeclared firearms and firearm parts at our borders and
investigates those who break Canada's laws. The efforts of our officers and
investigators, with support from the Sicamous RCMP, have removed a dangerous
firearm, prohibited devices and drugs from this community."
-
Nina Patel, Regional Director
General, Canada Border Services Agency, Pacific Region
Quick Facts
- Smuggling and other Customs Act and Criminal Code
contraventions may lead to prosecution in a court of law.
- The CBSA screens goods, including international mail and
courier items, coming into Canada
and examines more closely those that may pose a threat to the
safety of Canadians.
- For the latest enforcement statistics, visit Canada Border
Services Agency seizures.
- If you have information about suspicious cross-border activity,
please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line toll-free at
1-888-502-9060.
SOURCE Canada Border Services Agency