The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU) said Wednesday it has seized dozens of kilograms of illicit drugs, weapons, and $1.5 million in cash following an investigation into organized crime in the Lower Mainland.
Starting in 2024 and running until early 2026, the unit looked into individuals they believed posed a threat to public safety in B.C., it says.
“During the investigation, CFSEU-BC investigators seized multiple kilograms of cocaine and methamphetamine while gathering evidence related to alleged interprovincial drug trafficking activities,” it said.
By late April 2026, investigators obtained authorization to execute search warrants at five locations around the Lower Mainland, police say.
The CFSEU says this resulted in an arrest.
“On May 3, 2026, a commercial truck driver was arrested at the Sunshine Hills Shopping Plaza in Delta, B.C., during what investigators believe was a drug-related exchange involving another individual from Vancouver, B.C.,” it said.
During the arrest, investigators seized 10 kg of cocaine and around $500,000 in cash, they say. This led to further search warrants being executed.
“The arrest triggered the execution of multiple search warrants at locations throughout Metro Vancouver, including residences in Vancouver and Surrey, a luxury condominium in downtown Vancouver, and a Vancouver self-storage facility.”
Investigators say the seizures included:
In addition, five vehicles — three of which were equipped with hidden compartments — and a commercial trailer were seized.
Weapons seized included 12 long guns and four handguns, one of which was equipped with a prohibited suppressor.
The CFSEU says the illicit drug trade is having a “devastating impact” on local communities.
“Behind the drugs trafficked on our streets are organized crime groups driven by profit, often relying on violence, intimidation, and the illegal use of firearms to further their criminal enterprises,” it said.
“The individuals and organized crime groups responsible for trafficking illicit drugs continue to fuel addiction, exploit vulnerable people, and contribute to violence in our communities. Identifying, targeting, disrupting, and holding these offenders accountable remains a top priority for CFSEU-BC and our policing partners.”
Anyone with information about individuals involved in organized crime is asked to call police or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.