Third Squad Detectives report the arrest of a Uniondale man for Possession of Explosives that occurred on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 3:18 pm in Westbury.
According to detectives, Bureau of Special Operations Officers observed a grey 2013 Nissan Altima traveling southbound on Post Avenue with non-transparent window tints. Officers activated their emergency lights and conducted a Vehicle and Traffic Law stop.
During the investigation, officers observed a large number of fireworks located on the rear seat. Max Zepeda Villalta, 20, of 997 Uniondale Avenue was arrested. Villalta was in possession of a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine.
The defendant became combative and violent while being processed and a struggle ensured with officers. Villalta was subdued.
An officer suffered an injury to his lower back, causing substantial pain.
Defendant Villalta is charged with Possession of Explosives without a License, Storage of Explosives, two (2) counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree, Assault 2nd Degree, Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd Degree and multiple traffic infractions. He will be arraigned on Monday, June 29, 2025 at First District Court, Hempstead.