A routine traffic stop for speeding on Interstate 95 in Martin County, Florida, resulted in one of the largest illegal pill seizures in the county's history, according to a Facebook post by the local Sheriff's Office.
Deputy Nicholas Thomas from the Aggressive Driving Unit pulled over a vehicle last Monday near mile marker 107 on the northbound I-95 after observing it traveling at speeds of up to 85 mph, weaving dangerously between lanes.
The driver, identified as Zolton Otto Ganoczi, 36, was found to have a suspended driver's license in both New York and Florida, which led to his initial arrest.
During the stop, officers noticed clear signs of impairment: excessive sweating, rapid speech, stuttering, and dilated pupils.
A breathalyzer test yielded a negative result for alcohol, but Ganoczi admitted to having used methamphetamine earlier that day and consuming psilocybin mushroom gummies.
While conducting an inventory of the vehicle before towing, officers discovered a clear bag with a substance suspected to be methamphetamine in the driver's side door.
However, the most significant discovery came when they searched the trunk: over 31,000 illegal pills hidden inside unmarked mailing envelopes, stored in a black container with a yellow lid.
The pills were packed in plastic bags, secured with rubber bands, and accompanied by handwritten notes suggesting distribution to multiple recipients.
Among the seized substances were Ambien (zolpidem), Rivotril (clonazepam), Lunesta, diazepam, and alprazolam (Xanax)—all controlled benzodiazepines whose illegal distribution poses a growing public health issue in the United States.
Initially claiming to be from New York, Ganoczi told officers he was "just doing his job" making deliveries.
He later admitted to picking up the container in Miami and was supposed to drop it off in Daytona Beach, where it was to be left in a parking lot. He confessed to receiving about $70 per bank transfer for each delivery.
Ganoczi acknowledged having completed between two and three previous deliveries and was en route to make more at the time of his arrest.
Authorities confiscated the vehicle—a black Jeep Grand Cherokee—and all drugs found within it.
Ganoczi faces five charges of possession with intent to sell controlled substances, as well as charges for possessing a controlled substance, driving under the influence, speeding, and driving with a suspended license.
After it was confirmed that he is an undocumented immigrant from Hungary, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued a detainer against him.
Ganoczi is currently held in the Martin County Jail, in what authorities describe as one of the largest benzodiazepine seizures in the county's history.
Frequently Asked Questions about Illegal Pill Seizure in Martin County
What substances were seized during the traffic stop?
The seized substances included Ambien (zolpidem), Rivotril (clonazepam), Lunesta, diazepam, and alprazolam (Xanax).
Why was Zolton Otto Ganoczi initially stopped by police?
Ganoczi was initially stopped for speeding at 85 mph and driving dangerously between lanes on I-95.
What charges is Ganoczi facing?
Ganoczi is facing five charges of possession with intent to sell controlled substances, along with charges of possessing a controlled substance, driving under the influence, speeding, and driving with a suspended license.
What actions did ICE take following Ganoczi's arrest?
ICE issued a detainer against Ganoczi after confirming he is an undocumented immigrant from Hungary.