2024 Year in Review for Prairie Region: CBSA Seizes 277 Weapons and Firearms and Makes 1,594 Seizures of Illegal Drugs
CBSA intensifies enforcement to keep the Prairie Region safe
Regina, Saskatchewan – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping the Prairie Region safe by enforcing the laws that protect its borders against the smuggling of illegal goods and the proliferation of weapons.
Weapons and Firearms
In the past year, CBSA officers in the Prairie Region seized 277 weapons and firearms, including prohibited and restricted weapons. These seizures were made at various border crossings and mail facilities throughout the region.
Some of the notable seizures included:
- 18 prohibited firearms seized at the Coutts border crossing in Alberta
- 12 restricted firearms seized at the North Portal border crossing in Saskatchewan
- 5 prohibited handguns seized in the mail in Winnipeg, Manitoba
Illegal Drugs
In addition to weapons and firearms, CBSA officers made 1,594 seizures of illegal drugs in the Prairie Region in the past year. These seizures included various types of drugs, including:
- Marijuana
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamine
- Heroin
- Fentanyl
Some of the notable seizures included:
- 30 kilograms of cocaine seized at the North Portal border crossing in Saskatchewan
- 15 kilograms of methamphetamine seized at the Emerson border crossing in Manitoba
- 5 kilograms of fentanyl seized in the mail in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
CBSA Officers’ Diligence
The success of these seizures is due to the diligence and hard work of CBSA officers. They use a variety of tools and techniques to detect and intercept illegal goods, including X-ray machines, drug-sniffing dogs, and intelligence analysis.
“Our officers are committed to keeping our borders safe,” said Joy Ghosh, Regional Director General for the Prairie Region. “These seizures demonstrate the effectiveness of our enforcement efforts and our commitment to protecting the people of the Prairie Region.”
Working with Law Enforcement Partners
The CBSA works closely with other law enforcement agencies, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), to investigate and prosecute those involved in smuggling. This collaboration helps to ensure that those responsible for these illegal activities are held accountable.
Reporting Suspicious Activity
The CBSA encourages the public to report any suspicious activity they see at the border or in the mail. Reports can be made anonymously by calling the CBSA Border Watch Toll-free Line at 1-888-502-9060.
By working together, the CBSA and the public can help to keep the Prairie Region safe from the smuggling of illegal goods and the proliferation of weapons and firearms.
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