Hanson Pleads Guilty to Felony Drug and Burglary Charges

COBLESKILL – Schoharie County District Attorney Susan J. Mallery announced today that Alan Hanson, 42, has entered a guilty plea in Schoharie County Court to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree (a Class C felony) and Burglary in the Third Degree (a Class D felony). 

The charges stem from two separate incidents. In the first, Mr. Hanson was discovered asleep in a vehicle on Spring Street in Cobleskill, with the vehicle still in gear. Subsequent investigation revealed he was in possession of methamphetamine. In a second, unrelated incident, Mr. Hanson was apprehended inside burned storage units in Richmondville, where he was found stealing personal property. 

District Attorney Mallery thanked the law enforcement officers involved for their prompt and professional work. 

"I would like to personally thank New York State Police Trooper McFarlane and Investigator White for their continued efforts to keep our roadways safe," said DA Mallery. "I also commend Schoharie County Sheriff's Deputies Rippel and Valvo, along with Sergeant Whittaker, for their swift response and thorough investigative work." 

Mr. Hanson is scheduled to be sentenced on October 2, 2025, in Schoharie County Court.