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Troy Today
By the People, for the People
Troy Man Arrested on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop
Police found psilocybin mushrooms, cannabis, and drug paraphernalia during the stop.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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A 24-year-old Troy man named Jaheim J. Garland was arrested early Thursday morning after state police found a large quantity of psilocybin mushrooms, cannabis, a scale, and a large amount of cash during a traffic stop on High Street in Troy, New York. Garland was charged with multiple felony drug possession charges as well as misdemeanor charges.
Why it matters
Drug-related crimes, especially those involving controlled substances like psilocybin mushrooms, are a major concern for law enforcement and communities in the Troy area. This arrest highlights ongoing efforts to crack down on drug activity and the flow of illegal narcotics in the region.
The details
During the traffic stop around 1 a.m., state troopers observed a large quantity of psilocybin mushrooms in plain view in Garland's vehicle. Further investigation led to the discovery of an unlawful amount of cannabis packaged for distribution, a scale, and a large amount of U.S. currency, all of which were seized by police. Garland was arrested at the scene and charged with multiple felony drug possession charges as well as a misdemeanor for criminally using drug paraphernalia.
- The traffic stop occurred around 1 a.m. on Thursday, February 25, 2026.
The players
Jaheim J. Garland
A 24-year-old man from Troy, New York who was arrested and charged with multiple felony drug possession charges as well as a misdemeanor for criminally using drug paraphernalia.
New York State Police
The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest of Jaheim J. Garland.
What’s next
Garland was arraigned at Schaghticoke Town Court and remanded to the Rensselaer County Correctional Facility without bail. The judge will determine if he should be released on bail at a future court hearing.
The takeaway
This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement in the Troy area to crack down on drug-related crimes and the flow of illegal narcotics in the region. It serves as a reminder of the serious legal consequences individuals can face for possessing and distributing controlled substances.
