MONTRÉAL, Jan. 7, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ – On December 22, 2015, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers assigned to the Léo‑Blanchette Mail Processing Centre in Montréal intercepted 500 grams of heroin concealed in a package containing ribbons from Central Africa.
When border services officers examined the goods, declared as ribbons, they discovered the drug in a clear plastic bag hidden in the sides of the packaging.
The package, destined for Ontario, was turned over to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) for the investigation, which led to an arrest and criminal charges.
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“Smugglers use a wide array of techniques to conceal narcotics. Because of their training and experience, border services officers are able to foil their schemes in order to prevent drugs from entering our country, our communities and our streets.”
– Pierre Provost, Acting Regional Director General, CBSA, Quebec Region
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Opening of the sides of the ribbon parcel and discovery of heroin.
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