The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) says a significant seizure made at a container examination facility in Delta was a disruption to organized crime.
The 4,300 litres of precursor chemicals, which originated in China, would typically be used to manufacture fentanyl and other illicit drugs.
“The CBSA protects Canadians by stopping the illegal flow of controlled substances and precursor chemicals that are contributing to the toxic drug and overdose crisis,” explained Nina Patel, Pacific Region director for the CBSA.
“This seizure demonstrates the important role our border services officers and intelligence personnel play to keep our communities safe.”
CBSA officers at the Tsawwassen Container Examination Facility flagged and examined the two marine containers from China, both destined for Calgary, on May 13 and May 15.
After being referred to border services officers by CBSA intelligence personnel, the following precursor chemicals were found inside 60 clear jugs and 20 blue drums:
“This is yet another concrete example of the relentless dedication shown by the CBSA and RCMP in securing our border and stopping the flow of fentanyl,” noted Gary Anandasanaree, Canada’s public safety minister.
The investigation into this seizure is ongoing.
