Police: Hudson Valley Couple Found With Heroin, Stolen Jewelry

A Hudson Valley couple was arrested for allegedly possessing heroin and 9.3 grams of stolen jewelry.

On Sunday around 6:30 p.m., State Police stopped a vehicle on I-87 in the town of Cornwall for alleged vehicle and traffic violations.

During the interview of the occupants a probable cause to search the vehicle was established, police say.

The driver, 30-year-old Kristin L. Otto of Walkill and passenger, Michael L. Leone, 30, of Monroe were found to be in possession of a hypodermic needle cap containing cotton balls which tested positive for heroin, according to police.

Additionally, Leone was allegedly found to be in possession of a hypodermic needle and approximately 9.3 grams of women’s jewelry.

A further investigation revealed the jewelry was stolen, police say.

Both were charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance. Leone was additionally charged with grand larceny and criminal possession of hypodermic needle.

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