Florida Man Stopped in Alabama Traffic Stop After Police Discover 81 Gallons of Moonshine Packed in Vehicle
OZARK, ALABAMA — A routine traffic stop in southeastern Alabama led to an unexpected discovery after police seized 81 gallons of moonshine from a 61-year-old man from Florida, authorities said. The stop occurred in Ozark, where officers uncovered dozens of large containers filled with the illegal alcohol inside the man’s vehicle. Police confirmed the man was traveling from Florida toward an unknown destination at the time of the stop.
Large Quantity of Moonshine Found During Stop
According to police, officers stopped the vehicle and discovered the trunk and interior loaded with plastic containers filled with moonshine. Photographs released by authorities show the containers arranged along the roadway after being removed from the vehicle.
The volume seized, totaling 81 gallons, far exceeds amounts typically associated with personal use and is considered significant under alcohol enforcement standards.
Driver Identified as Florida Resident
Authorities identified the driver as a 61-year-old Florida man. Police did not disclose why the vehicle was initially stopped or whether the man claimed ownership of the moonshine at the scene. Officials also did not release details about where the moonshine was produced or its intended destination.
Investigation and Charges Pending
Law enforcement officials said the seizure occurred Wednesday and confirmed that the incident remains under investigation. Information regarding formal charges, citations, or court proceedings has not yet been released. Transporting large quantities of untaxed or illegally produced alcohol can carry serious legal consequences under state and federal law.
Moonshine Enforcement Still Active in the Southeast
While often associated with historical bootlegging, illegal moonshine production and transport remains an active enforcement issue in parts of the Southeast. Large seizures like this typically trigger follow-up investigations into supply chains and distribution networks. Authorities urge the public to report suspicious activity involving illegal alcohol production or transport.
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