Detroit: CBP Field Operations Seize 116 Pounds of Cocaine at Ambassador Bridge

Source: CBP

The driver, a Canadian citizen, is now facing federal prosecution.

On March 21, officers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations intercepted 116 pounds (52.96 kilograms) of cocaine at the Ambassador Bridge port of entry in Detroit.

The drugs were discovered during an inspection of an outbound commercial vehicle. A physical examination by CBP officers revealed three garbage bags filled with suspected narcotics, hidden behind stacks of lumber. Subsequent testing confirmed the substance to be cocaine.

Authorities seized a total of 50 bricks of cocaine, along with the truck and trailer. The driver, a Canadian citizen, is now facing federal prosecution.

“This is a testament to the quality of work performed by those who work tirelessly to combat transnational crime and stem the flow of dangerous drugs through our communities,” said Director of Field Operations Marty C. Raybon. “Border security is a team effort, and I applaud the outstanding work by our officers and our regional law enforcement partners.”

The investigation remains ongoing under the responsibility of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). So far in Fiscal Year 2025 (as of March 5), CBP Field Operations at Michigan ports of entry have seized over 1,300 pounds of cocaine.