A joint operation done through the Integrated Border Enforcement Team (IBET) between the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and Calgary police led to a man being charged for allegedly importing $7 million of cocaine and heroin into Canada. .“This complex investigation, which spanned several months, is a great demonstration on the importance of collaboration between agencies,” said RCMP Supt. Sean Boser in a Thursday press release. .“Investigators were able to prevent 68 kg of cocaine and heroin from impacting Alberta’s communities and potentially saving lives.” .The release said the team engaged in an investigation into cross-border drug importation via commercial transport vehicles. It said the investigation led to 38 kg of cocaine and 30 kg of heroin being seized, which has a combined street value of about $7 million. .Edmonton resident David Phanthikane, 42, was charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. .Phanthikane is scheduled to appear in Edmonton Provincial Court on Thursday. .“These charges are a great example of IBET’s effectiveness to stop illegal drugs at the border and keep our communities safe,” said CBSA Prairie Region Regional Director General Brad Wozny. .“The CBSA is proud to work alongside our law enforcement partners.” .Calgary police Acting Supt. Melanie Oncescu called the success of the operation a “testament to the strength of law enforcement working in partnership to better our communities.” .“Through excellent teamwork, we have been able to remove a substantial supply of drugs that were likely destined to target vulnerable addicted individuals,” said Oncescu. .This investigation comes after RCMP IBET, in partnership with the CBSA, charged Calgary truck driver Gurkirat Singh for allegedly importing cocaine into Canada on November 17..READ MORE: YES, HE HAD NO BANANAS: Calgarian charged after border security seizes 43 kg of cocaine ."Through our partnership with CBSA, as well as the support of various RCMP detachment members, we successfully prevented harmful drugs from being illegally imported into Canada and potentially causing significant harm to our communities,” said Boser. .A commercial transport vehicle entered the Coutts, AB, border crossing with a shipment of bananas on November 6. A secondary examination was initiated by CBSA officers, which revealed about 43 kg of cocaine hidden within the load..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
A joint operation done through the Integrated Border Enforcement Team (IBET) between the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and Calgary police led to a man being charged for allegedly importing $7 million of cocaine and heroin into Canada. .“This complex investigation, which spanned several months, is a great demonstration on the importance of collaboration between agencies,” said RCMP Supt. Sean Boser in a Thursday press release. .“Investigators were able to prevent 68 kg of cocaine and heroin from impacting Alberta’s communities and potentially saving lives.” .The release said the team engaged in an investigation into cross-border drug importation via commercial transport vehicles. It said the investigation led to 38 kg of cocaine and 30 kg of heroin being seized, which has a combined street value of about $7 million. .Edmonton resident David Phanthikane, 42, was charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. .Phanthikane is scheduled to appear in Edmonton Provincial Court on Thursday. .“These charges are a great example of IBET’s effectiveness to stop illegal drugs at the border and keep our communities safe,” said CBSA Prairie Region Regional Director General Brad Wozny. .“The CBSA is proud to work alongside our law enforcement partners.” .Calgary police Acting Supt. Melanie Oncescu called the success of the operation a “testament to the strength of law enforcement working in partnership to better our communities.” .“Through excellent teamwork, we have been able to remove a substantial supply of drugs that were likely destined to target vulnerable addicted individuals,” said Oncescu. .This investigation comes after RCMP IBET, in partnership with the CBSA, charged Calgary truck driver Gurkirat Singh for allegedly importing cocaine into Canada on November 17..READ MORE: YES, HE HAD NO BANANAS: Calgarian charged after border security seizes 43 kg of cocaine ."Through our partnership with CBSA, as well as the support of various RCMP detachment members, we successfully prevented harmful drugs from being illegally imported into Canada and potentially causing significant harm to our communities,” said Boser. .A commercial transport vehicle entered the Coutts, AB, border crossing with a shipment of bananas on November 6. A secondary examination was initiated by CBSA officers, which revealed about 43 kg of cocaine hidden within the load..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
