WALTON COUNTY, FLORIDA — Two suspects were taken into custody along Interstate 10 after authorities intercepted a semi-truck linked to an organized fuel theft operation, according to the Florida Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement (OALE).
Investigators responded to an alert involving a white and blue 2002 Freightliner tractor-trailer believed to be connected to ongoing fuel theft activity. The vehicle was located on I-10 in Walton County, where inspection officers assisted in conducting a traffic stop.
Suspects Found With Active Warrants
During the stop, the driver, identified as Leonexi Rodriguez, was found to have active warrants out of Sarasota County.
A safety sweep of the tractor-trailer led to the discovery of a second individual, identified as Alain De Jesus Aguila Martinez, who was found hiding in the sleeper compartment. Authorities said Martinez was wanted on multiple warrants out of Walton County.
Charges and Custody
Both suspects were taken into custody at the scene and transported to the Walton County Jail. Officials said the outstanding warrants include felony charges related to organized fraud, retail fuel theft, and grand theft.
Authorities continue to investigate the case as part of broader efforts targeting organized fuel theft operations involving commercial vehicles.
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