According to police, Joseph Donofrio of Valhalla, NY was driving recklessly at a high rate of speed on Route 23 in Wayne on Jan. 13th at about 10:55 p.m.
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A sergeant observed him trying to make a left hand turn from the center lane across several lanes of traffic.
Police say there were several indicators that Donofrio was under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.
A passenger was found to be holding a bottle of 'Catnip Cocktail' labeled "Not for Human Consumption". The product is marketed as a 'mood enhancer' for cats and dogs.
Donofrio admitted making the passenger hold the plastic bottle as he was being stopped, and admitted drinking the substance himself, authorities said.
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He told police he had consumed it that day but wasn't sure how much he consumed or when.
He was arrested after failing a field sobriety test, and was charged with DWI, reckless driving, use/influence of CDS, and inhaling toxic chemical fumes.
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