Nineteen year old, José Nuñez Romaniz, stopped by the ATM when he found a bag full of money on the ground containing $135,000. He immediately called the 1-800 number on the ATM as well as the local police. The money was left behind by a subcontractor who had to refill the ATM, leaving the money out on accident.
José Nuñez Romaniz is studying criminal justice at Central New Mexico Community College. He hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement.
In the back of my head, I was just thinking about my parents, especially my mom. What she would do if I came home with the money and what she would do with her chancla to hit me.
The police chief took notice of his actions and invited him to apply for a job as a public safety officer. He was presented with a $500 check and various gifts.
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