29 kg of meth found in gift-wrapped packages in suitcases at Vancouver International Airport
Canada Border Services Agency says it's enough meth for 150,000 individual doses
A Hong Kong-bound traveller at Vancouver International Airport was intercepted with more than 29 kilograms of methamphetamine packed into two suitcases last month, according to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
The CBSA said in a statement Tuesday agents found the drugs hidden in gift-wrapped packages in the luggage.
The quantity would be enough for 150,000 individual doses, according to a news release.
Shiyu Deng, a 25-year-old Chinese citizen, has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, exporting for the purpose of trafficking, and exporting methamphetamine.
"These are obviously very serious charges," said Sgt. Tammy Lobb, the federal RCMP's media relations officer for the Pacific Region.
Deng is in custody and has been remanded until his next court appearance on Wednesday, according to Lobb.
"This is just a prime example of our partnership with CBSA. I think it's important for our community and for our Canadian citizens to know that CBSA officers are working alongside of our RCMP officers every day, protecting our borders," Lobb said.
With files from Renée Lukacs