Police: Columbia County man stole marijuana plants 

A Columbia County man is accused of breaking into a farm and stealing cannabis plants.  

State Police said Roger L. DeLease Jr., 45, of Ancram, allegedly forced entry into the Hudson Cannabis Farm in the town of Livingston last month. He took about 28 plants.  

DeLease was charged with grand larceny, criminal mischief and criminal trespass.  

He was arraigned in Claverack Town Court and sent to Columbia County Jail. DeLease has since been released.