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Two Air Canada workers arrested in drug smuggling investigation at Montreal airport
Canadian authorities have detained two Air Canada employees as part of a drug trafficking probe at Montreal's Dorval Airport. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police conducted multiple searches as part of the investigation.
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The Royal Canadian Mounted Police arrested two workers employed by Air Canada in connection with suspected drug smuggling operations at Montreal-Trudeau Airport in Dorval. The arrests mark the latest in ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat narcotics trafficking through Canada's major transport hubs.
As part of their investigation, authorities conducted extensive searches across multiple locations in the Greater Montreal region. The RCMP searched the suspects' workplace at the airport, two residential addresses, and a vehicle, according to statements from the police service.
The investigation highlights concerns about potential security vulnerabilities at international airports, where employees with access to restricted areas may be exploited by criminal networks. Airport drug smuggling remains a significant challenge for Canadian border security officials, who work to intercept contraband before it enters the country or is distributed domestically.
The names of the arrested individuals have not been released. The RCMP indicated that further details regarding the investigation would be provided as it progresses through the judicial system.