KINGSTON, Jamaica — A British woman accused of trying to export more than $45 million worth of cocaine from Jamaica was denied bail when she appeared in the St James Parish Court on Friday.

The accused, 28-year-old Rachael Quayle, was remanded in custody on breaches of the Dangerous Drugs Act and will return to court on September 6, 2024.

Quayle appeared before the court on charges of possession, dealing in, attempting to export, and conspiracy to export cocaine.

Quayle was arrested and charged after 21 pounds of the drugs were reportedly found in her luggage at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St James.

Allegations are on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, Quayle attempted to board a flight destined for the United Kingdom when her luggage was searched.

During the search, 9.5 kilogrammes of cocaine were found concealed in an assortment of food items.

Quayle was taken into custody, and following further investigations, she was charged following an interview in the presence of her attorney.

The drug has a street value of $45 million.