85-Year-Old Green River Man Arrested for DUI

Gilbert Lucero booked into Sweetwater County Detention Center on February 8th

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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An 85-year-old man from Green River, Wyoming named Gilbert Lucero was arrested and booked into the Sweetwater County Detention Center on February 8th for driving under the influence of alcohol with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or greater.

Why it matters

Drunk driving incidents involving elderly individuals raise concerns about public safety and the ability of some older adults to safely operate motor vehicles, especially as cognitive and physical abilities can decline with age.

The details

Lucero was arrested by the Green River Police Department and charged with DWUI of Alcohol 0.08 or Greater. He is currently being held on $750 cash or surety bond and his case is pending in Green River Municipal Court.

  • Lucero was booked into the Sweetwater County Detention Center on February 8, 2026.

The players

Gilbert Lucero

An 85-year-old man from Green River, Wyoming who was arrested and booked into the Sweetwater County Detention Center for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Green River Police Department

The law enforcement agency that arrested Lucero and charged him with DWUI of Alcohol 0.08 or Greater.

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What’s next

Lucero's case will proceed through the Green River Municipal Court, where a judge will decide whether to allow him out on bail and set a trial date.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of older adults maintaining their driving skills and fitness as they age, as well as the need for communities to provide alternative transportation options for seniors who may no longer be able to safely operate a vehicle.