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The Australian Border Force has seized 34kg cocaine concealed within a luxury bus in Fremantle, Western Australia.
ABF officers examined a roll-on/roll-off vessel (known as a RORO) on Wednesday 6 May 2026, using a combination of targeted intelligence, physical search, detector dogs and advanced technology.
During the inspection, officers located approximately 30 packages concealed in the roof cavity of a bus.
Presumptive testing returned a positive result for cocaine, with an estimated weight of 34kg.
This amount of cocaine, had it reached the Australian community, had an estimated street value up to $11 million, with the potential for 170 000 street-level deals.
ABF Superintendent Shaun Senior said the detection highlights the capability and professionalism of frontline officers.
"Our highly trained ABF officers are equipped with the expertise, intelligence and operational capability to detect and disrupt illegal activity at the border," Superintendent Senior said.
"Criminal syndicates continue to test our borders, including through complex concealments in cargo such as roll-on/roll-off vessels."
"The ABF will continue to use every available resource to intercept harmful substances before they reach the Australian community."
Investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone with information about suspicious activity which may impact the security of Australia's borders is urged to report to Border Watch online. By reporting suspicious activities, you help protect Australia's border and the community.
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