Canadian authorities reported a sharp rise in illegal item seizures and inadmissible border crossings from the U.S. this year, with dangerous drugs, firearms, and stolen vehicles topping the list. 📈
Dangerous Goods on the Rise
Border agents confiscated 500+ extra stolen vehicles (totaling 2,070) compared to 2023 – many destined for overseas markets. Firearms and narcotics seizures also surged, though exact figures remain under wraps. 🔒
Inadmissible Entries Surge
Nearly 34,000 people were turned away at crossings this year – a 30% jump from last year’s numbers. Meanwhile, over 14,000 foreign nationals faced removal from Canada for immigration violations between January and October. 🛂
Why It Matters
While border officials credit enhanced detection tech 🛰️ for the increased interceptions, the numbers highlight growing challenges in managing cross-border security. The trend coincides with broader global debates about immigration policies and transnational crime. 🌍
