CBSA seizes weapons and makes arrests at Windsor crossings

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reported multiple weapon-related seizures and arrests involving U.S. residents at Windsor border crossings between September 20 and September 27.

During this period, agents intercepted various items at the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel, and the Ambassador Bridge. Seized items included firearms, magazines, ammunition, pepper spray, and nunchaku, as well as controlled substances such as magic mushrooms and cannabis.

In total, CBSA agents confiscated ten illegally imported firearms, eight magazines, three prohibited weapons, and 67 rounds of ammunition. Several individuals were arrested and issued fines ranging from $1,000 to $2,000.