Police: Drugs, weapons found hidden in car during Putnum Valley traffic stop

State police say the Queens man is now facing several drug charges and a weapons possession charge.

News 12 Staff

Apr 12, 2025, 11:38 AM

Updated 4 hr ago

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A traffic stop ended in a major drug and weapons bust Thursday in Putnam Valley, according to police.
State police say a Queens man was storing a handgun, cocaine, heroin, fentanyl and other drugs in a hidden compartment inside the passenger’s seat.
He is now facing several drug charges and a weapons possession charge.
Police say he remains in county jail.