TORONTO (Diya TV) — A Brampton man is facing serious drug charges after Canadian border officers found 187 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a commercial truck at the Blue Water Bridge crossing in Sarnia, Ontario.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced the arrest of 27-year-old Karamveer Singh following a large drug bust on June 12. The truck, arriving from the United States, was referred for a secondary inspection. During the search, a drug-sniffing dog helped officers uncover 161 bricks of suspected cocaine packed inside six boxes.
Authorities say the drugs have an estimated street value of $23.2 million.
The arrest adds to growing concerns about the role of organized crime and drug smuggling networks operating between Canada and the United States. Singh’s arrest marks the fourth major cocaine seizure at the Blue Water Bridge so far this year.
Canadian authorities have pointed to an alarming trend. Criminal groups appear to be using commercial trucking operations to smuggle drugs across the border.
According to the CBSA, border agents have already seized 978 kilograms of cocaine at Southern Ontario ports of entry in 2025. That’s a sharp indicator of the scale and frequency of drug trafficking attempts.
After his arrest, Singh was handed over to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). He now faces two charges: importation of cocaine and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.
The RCMP is continuing its investigation and has not yet disclosed whether Singh acted alone or as part of a larger network. However, recent law enforcement operations suggest a broader pattern of cross-border drug trafficking linked to organized crime groups.
Just two days before Singh’s arrest, Peel Regional Police held a news conference to reveal the results of a separate drug trafficking investigation. That operation uncovered 479 kilograms of brick cocaine with a street value of $47.9 million.
Police say that the case involved a year-long investigation into suspects allegedly using transport trucks to move cocaine across the border. Authorities believe the seizures may be connected through shared methods and criminal networks.
Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree praised the work of federal law enforcement.
“The safety and security of Canadians is our government’s top priority,” he said in a statement. “This seizure demonstrates the crucial role that the CBSA and the RCMP play in stopping illicit contraband from entering our communities. This was outstanding work by officers.”
His comments highlight growing pressure on government and law enforcement to address drug smuggling and organized crime, especially as the number of large-scale seizures continues to rise.
The Blue Water Bridge, which connects Sarnia, Ontario, to Port Huron, Michigan, is a major commercial route. It has become a frequent entry point for drug traffickers attempting to bring cocaine and other illicit substances into Canada.
Authorities say traffickers hide drugs inside trucks, often mixed in with legitimate cargo. Drug detection dogs and advanced scanning tools help officers uncover hidden packages. Officials warn that the smuggling operations are well-organized and often involve multiple players across international borders.
Singh’s arrest is sparking wider discussions about border security, immigration, and organized crime in Canada. Critics argue that the country must better vet individuals with links to criminal activity and focus more on disrupting transnational drug networks.
