Man Arrested After Falling Asleep in Stolen Vehicle in Cheyenne

A 34-year-old Cheyenne transient is facing a felony charge after police say they found him asleep behind the wheel of a stolen vehicle.

According to a booking sheet, it all started around 8:30 a.m. on July 7, 2024, after police were called to 5161 Roundtop Dr. for a report of a stolen vehicle.

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Police say the victim provided information about her stolen vehicle being on Starlink, and the vehicle was located at 1508 S. Greeley Hwy. #33.

Police say Amos Juan Mora Jr. was found asleep in the vehicle in the driver's seat.

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Mora was arrested and subsequently charged with felony theft, a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison, up to a $10,000 fine, or both, and misdemeanor possession of fentanyl.

Mora made his initial appearance in Laramie County Circuit Court on July 9, 2024, during which his bond was set at $3,000 cash and his preliminary hearing was scheduled for July 17, 2024, at 2:30 p.m.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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