The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reporting the seizure of cocaine from a commercial truck entering Canada at the Blue Water Bridge.
On October 17, the driver was referred for a secondary examination, where border services officers noted inconsistencies in the load.
Officers allegedly discovered 188 brick-shaped objects of suspected cocaine.
The driver was arrested by the CBSA and transferred to the custody of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), along with the suspected narcotics.
CBSA District Director of St. Clair District Operations An Nguyen commented on the seizure.
"This seizure is significant," said Nguyen. "One of our top priorities is keeping harmful goods out of Canada. The CBSA officers involved in this interception displayed exemplary work as their investigative skills led to the end of this smuggling attempt. Our partnership with the RCMP strengthens our commitment to public safety."
Zenon Bialkowski, 68, of Brampton is charged with importation of cocaine, and possession for the purpose of trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
The matter is currently before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia.
