

The Canadian Press





TORONTO -- National police have charged two Toronto men with allegedly illegally importing almost a kilogram of heroin in video game consoles.

Investigators say Canada Border Services officers in Vancouver intercepted a package from Malaysia that contained about 989 grams of heroin, concealed in a number of video game consoles on Nov. 2. They say the package was destined for Toronto.

Police say they arrested the two Toronto men Nov. 6.

Peter Ukwuaba, 48, was charged with importing drugs into Canada, conspiracy to traffic a controlled substance and obstruction of a police officer. He appeared in court Nov. 12, when he was charged with another count of importing heroin. RCMP say he remains in custody, and will appear in a Brampton court Nov. 16.

Samuel Anike, 45, was charged with possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking and conspiracy to traffic a controlled substance. Police say he was released Nov. 9, and will appear in a Toronto court on Dec. 12.