News release

An individual arrested with 13 kg of suspected cocaine near the border in Estrie

August 15, 2025 - Saint-Georges, Quebec
From: Federal Policing Eastern Region

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RCMP Federal Policing — Eastern Region announces the arrest and laying of charges against an individual intercepted with 13 kg of suspected cocaine in his possession. Jequar Patrick Campbell-Chambers, 27, of Hamilton, Ont., was arrested after fleeing while being stopped at the Coburn Gore border crossing in Maine. The man was located several hours later by police in Saint-Augustin-de-Woburn, Que. The operation was carried out jointly by the Beauce Integrated Border Enforcement Team and the Sûreté du Québec, after a report from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Campbell-Chambers faces four charges, including possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and exporting cocaine. He is scheduled to appear this afternoon at the Lac-Mégantic courthouse by videoconference.

Ensuring border integrity

The RCMP works with many Canadian and American law enforcement partners, playing an important role in protecting the Canada-US border. Our Integrated Border Enforcement Teams investigate illegal cross-border activities between ports of entry, including human smuggling and contraband trafficking.

Appeal to the public

Do you have information on the illegal activities of individuals or groups of individuals? Contact the RCMP at 514 939-8300/1 800 771-5401 or your local police department.

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