Elderly couple duped into acting as drug mules

It seemed like a dream come true — a free holiday to Canada complete with new luggage — until the Australian couple involved realised they had unwittingly become drug mules.

Australian Federal Police said the pair, a 72-year-old man and 64-year-old woman, told Customs officials they had some concerns about their bags when they returned to Perth International Airport on Oct 13.

On examination, some 3.5 kilograms (7.7 pounds) of methamphetamine was found stashed within the lining of each bag, which police reportedly believe were swapped while in Canada.