July 17, 2025
RED FM News Desk
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) today announced a significant seizure of suspected cocaine at the Osoyoos port of entry in British Columbia, marking the largest cocaine bust ever at this crossing.
On June 11, 2025, CBSA officers at the Osoyoos port of entry conducted an examination of a pickup truck driven by a Canadian citizen returning from the United States. During the inspection of the vehicle’s truck bed, officers discovered bricks of cocaine totaling 70 kilograms. This substantial seizure represents an estimated 140,000 individual doses that were prevented from entering Canadian communities.
Following the discovery, CBSA officers arrested the driver. The individual has since been transferred into the custody of the RCMP Federal Policing – Pacific Region, who will continue the investigation.
The seizure has been lauded by top officials for its impact on border security and public safety.
“The CBSA works tirelessly to secure our borders, protect Canadians, and disrupt the activities of transnational crime groups,” stated The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety. “With this significant seizure, illegal drugs will not end up in our communities, and the profits will not end up in the hands of organized crime.”
Nina Patel, Regional Director General for the Canada Border Services Agency, Pacific Region, commended her team’s efforts. “This seizure is a great example of the dedication and expertise of CBSA officers as they continue to work hard each and every day to prevent illegal drugs from breaching our borders. I also want to recognize and thank the RCMP for their ongoing collaboration to ensure public safety.”
David Teboul, Assistant Commissioner of RCMP Federal Policing – Pacific Region, also highlighted the successful partnership. “These results reflect the strength and effectiveness of our cross-border collaboration, interrupting the flow of illicit drugs across international borders. I commend the outstanding work of the CBSA as this seizure will have a direct impact on public safety, helping to protect our communities.”
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