Eric “Digger” Manes Faces Police Questioning Over Moonshine Allegations in Shocking Turn of Events

What began as a routine traffic stop quickly turned tense for two familiar faces known to law enforcement in the area.

Deputy Kobby Pranco of the County Sheriff’s Office initiated the stop after noticing a pickup truck veer off the road. When asked about the contents in the back, the driver casually replied, “It’s just scrap copper… we was headed to the scrapyard with it.”

While the deputy waited for backup, tension built. Moments later, Captain David Robertson—an officer known for his relentless pursuit of illegal moonshine operations—arrived on the scene. Recognizing the men immediately, he remarked, “Damn if it didn’t… Captain David Robertson—the one that’s chased us so hard in the past. Look like he into no good today.”

Despite the men’s casual demeanor, the captain wasn’t buying it. “I’m telling you, it’s getting about that close—I about got you,” he warned, requesting one of the men, Digger, step out of the vehicle and place his hands on the car.

The mood turned serious as Digger was handcuffed. “The last time I talked to you, this didn’t end with no warnings, did it?” the captain asked. Digger replied quietly. Captain Robertson reminded him, “You boys gotta be lucky all the time. I just gotta be lucky once. Today might be my good damn day.”

As the vehicle was searched, tension reached a peak. Authorities uncovered a burner, copper lines, and other suspicious items typically associated with an illegal still. “They got every damn thing they need right here today,” one of the men muttered. “It’s most definitely been used here recently.”

But just as the case seemed sealed, a twist emerged.

Upon closer inspection, Captain Robertson noted a drilled hole in the still, rendering it inoperable. “It’s no longer a functioning still,” he declared. “Therefore, it’s no longer illegal.”

With that, the suspects were released. The equipment, while suspicious, couldn’t be used to justify an arrest due to its damaged condition.

Verdict: A Narrow Escape

What could have ended in charges turned into yet another close call for the men. But with law enforcement watching closely, their luck may soon run out.

As Captain Robertson said with a steely smile, “Today might have been your lucky day. But I only need to get lucky once.”