Man arrested on Drug Possession Charges in the Village of Catskil...

Press Release

On January 21, 2025, at approximately 4:31 p.m., members of Troop F Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) observed a 2015 Nissan Altima operating in violation of several New York Vehicle and Traffic Laws on Main St in the village of Catskill, NY.

Troopers initiated a traffic stop and interviewed the operator and sole occupant of the vehicle identified as Michael Hurst, age 39, of Catskill, NY. As the investigation progressed, Hurst fled on foot. A brief foot pursuit ensued, and troopers successfully apprehended Hurst shortly thereafter. Upon arrest, Hurst was found to be in possession of approximately 28.5 grams of Crack and Cocaine bags.

Michael Hurst has been charged with the following:

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree (B felony)

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree Narcotic Drug Intent to Sell (B felony)

Tampering with Physical Evidence (E felony)

Criminal using Drug Paraphernalia 2nd Degree (A Misdemeanor)

Resisting Arrest (A Misdemeanor)

Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd Degree (A Misdemeanor)

Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs 1st offense (Misdemeanor)

Multiple Uniform Traffic Tickets

Hurst was arraigned at the Town of Catskill Court and released on his own recognizance, with a pending future court date for criminal proceedings.