Man Caught Asleep at the Wheel Arrested for Trafficking Heroin

Emilio Fontanez Jr., a 61-year-old resident of Yonkers was arrested for drug trafficking of heroin in Maine following an incident reported to the Milo Police Department on March 13, 2024.

Chief Nicholas Clukey responded to a call about an unconscious male behind the wheel of a vehicle around 7:14 am. He found the car on Elm Street obstructing the roadway with Fontanez asleep at the wheel. Chief Clukey secured the vehicle and awakened Fontanez. While now awake, the man exhibited signs of confusion, claiming he was at home despite being in his vehicle.

Upon inspection, Chief Clukey discovered several pieces of tin foil in the vehicle, prompting further suspicion. Emergency medical services evaluated and cleared Fontanez before police took him into custody.

During the arrest, law enforcement found Fontanez in possession of $4,950 in cash along with 32 wax paper envelopes. Each envelope contained heroin, totaling approximately 3.2 grams. As a result, Fontanez faces charges of criminal operating under the influence (OUI) and Illegal Trafficking of Schedule W drugs.

Fontanez awaits further legal proceedings as the Milo Police Department received praise on social media for the drug bust.