Dayglo Abortions Member Faces Serious US Drug Charge After Border Arrest

Mike Magee, the notorious guitarist known as 'The Cretin' from the iconic British Columbia punk band Dayglo Abortions, has once again found himself embroiled in legal trouble south of the border. Magee was reportedly arrested at a U.S. border crossing, facing a significant drug charge, casting a shadow over his future and the band's legacy.

The incident occurred on September 18, when Magee was apprehended at the Peace Arch border crossing in Washington state.

According to reports from the Bellingham Herald, he was allegedly found in possession of a substantial quantity of methamphetamine, leading to his immediate arrest by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials.

This is not Magee's first brush with the law at the U.S. border. In 2018, he was arrested at the Sumas, Washington border crossing, also on a drug-related charge.

That previous case saw him plead guilty to a charge of attempting to unlawfully import a controlled substance. He received a sentence of probation and was subsequently deported back to Canada, prohibited from entering the United States for a period of five years.

The current arrest carries serious implications, particularly given his prior deportation and the severity of re-entering the country after such an order.

Magee now faces federal charges in the U.S., which could lead to substantial prison time and further restrictions on his international travel and artistic pursuits. The legal process is expected to be complex, with his history likely playing a significant role in the proceedings.

Dayglo Abortions, formed in Victoria, B.C., in the late 1970s, are renowned for their provocative name, controversial lyrics, and raw punk rock sound.

They have maintained a cult following for decades, known for their anti-establishment stance and often shocking imagery. Magee, as 'The Cretin,' has been a central figure in the band's long and turbulent history.

As legal proceedings unfold, fans and the music community await further details regarding Magee's situation.

The arrests raise questions about the challenges faced by musicians traveling internationally and the personal struggles that can sometimes accompany life in the punk rock spotlight.