Albany Men Arrested After Drugs Found in Traffic Stop

Troopers seized cocaine and heroin during the vehicle stop on I-87

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:24pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small plastic bag containing white powder, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the discovery of illegal drugs during a traffic stop.A traffic stop on I-87 leads to the seizure of cocaine and heroin, exposing the ongoing battle against drug crimes in the Albany region.Albany Today

Two Albany men were arrested after New York State Police found 71 grams of cocaine and 5.7 grams of heroin during a traffic stop on I-87 in Clarkstown. Damien J. Devone, 43, was driving with a revoked license, and his passenger, Harry N. Olds Jr., 36, were both charged with multiple counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. Devone was sent to jail, while Olds was released on his own recognizance.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the drug trade and possession of illegal narcotics, which can have significant public health and safety implications for local communities.

The details

During the traffic stop, troopers found the large quantities of cocaine and heroin in the vehicle. Both Devone and Olds denied ownership of the drugs, but they were still charged with criminal possession. Devone was also cited for driving with a revoked license.

  • The traffic stop occurred on April 8, 2026.
  • Olds is due back in court on May 4, 2026.

The players

Damien J. Devone

A 43-year-old Albany man who was driving the vehicle and charged with multiple drug possession counts as well as vehicle and traffic law violations.

Harry N. Olds Jr.

A 36-year-old Albany man who was the passenger in the vehicle and charged with multiple drug possession counts.

New York State Police

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrests.

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What’s next

Devone was sent to the Rockland County Jail, while Olds was released on his own recognizance. The case will continue to move through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating the drug trade and the importance of vigilant traffic enforcement in identifying and apprehending individuals involved in illegal narcotics activity.