Weld County, CO – A harassment call at a gas station along Highway 14 led to the arrest of an allegedly impaired driver and a drug possession charge, according to the Weld County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Weld County Sheriff’s Office, patrol deputies were dispatched Saturday to a gas station on Highway 14 after reports of a male allegedly harassing customers and employees. When deputies contacted the individual, they observed signs of impairment and began an investigation at the scene.
Authorities identified the suspect as 18-year-old Angel Varagas Pillado. Deputies arrested Pillado on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, officials said.
During the booking process at the Weld County Jail, deputies allegedly discovered a small bag containing a substance that field-tested positive for methamphetamine. As a result, Pillado now faces an additional charge of Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, according to the sheriff’s office.
The incident occurred along the Highway 14 corridor, a heavily traveled route connecting multiple communities in Weld County and serving as a key east–west roadway for drivers in the region. While no injuries were reported, officials say the call highlights the importance of reporting disruptive or dangerous behavior, particularly when impairment is suspected.
No further details about the harassment allegations or the length of the investigation were released. Court dates and potential penalties were not immediately available as of publication.
All charges are allegations. Pillado is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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