Crime & Safety
Man Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel Had Illegal Drug: NYSP
The man had about 3.8 grams of cocaine and 1.6 grams of oxycodone hydrochloride pills, according to the police.
LAGRANGE, NY — A southern Dutchess County man found slumped over his pickup truck's steering wheel was accused of having illegal drugs.
The New York State Police said Ronald J. Corbin, 48, of East Fishkill, was arrested and charged Friday with fifth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a felony, and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and operating a motor vehicle impaired by drugs, misdemeanors.
Police said, around 9 a.m. Friday, troopers were called to the ShopRite store on Route 82 in the town of LaGrange for a man slumped over the steering wheel of his truck.
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An investigation found Corbin had driven his Chevrolet Silverado while under the influence of drugs, authorities said.
He was also said to have about 3.8 grams of cocaine and 1.6 grams of oxycodone hydrochloride pills, police said.
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After Corbin was arrested, he was released with an appearance ticket to return to the Town of LaGrange Court June 21.
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