Troop K
April 24, 2025

Troop K Community Stabilization Unit Arrest Poughkeepsie Man on Drug Charges

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Troop K Community Stabilization Unit Arrest Poughkeepsie Man on Drug Charges

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On April 23, 2025, members of the Troop K Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) observed a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu traveling on South Clinton Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, in violation of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. Troopers initiated a traffic stop and interviewed the operator, identified as Hudhayfah Abdullahi, 24, and his 26-year-old male passenger, both of Poughkeepsie, NY.

A Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department officer and K-9 Kaya conducted an exterior scan of the vehicle, which positively alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics.

While interviewing the parties, the Troopers observed crack cocaine in plain view on the driver's seat.  A search of Abdullahi revealed approximately 41.2 grams of crack cocaine, 4.2 grams of fentanyl, and $2,252 in cash.

The passenger was released from the scene with no charges.

Abdullahi was charged with the following:
• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3rd Degree (B felony)
• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3rd Degree, with Intent to Sell – 2 counts (B felony)
• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 4th Degree (C felony)
• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 7th Degree (A misdemeanor)

Abdullahi was arraigned at the City of Poughkeepsie Court and remanded to the Dutchess County Jail. Bail was set at $200,000 cash or $400,000 secured bond.