A Rolls-Royce driver was arrested for drunk driving and possession of a monkey, according to the CHP

A Rolls-Royce driver was arrested for drunk driving and possession of a monkey, according to the CHP

The California Highway Patrol Madera made an unusual arrest Monday evening, seizing a spider monkey. A CHP Madera officer stopped a Rolls Royce Ghost on North Highway 99, north of Avenue 17, for speeding. The driver was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and was arrested. Marijuana and a spider monkey were also found in the car. It is believed to be 1 month old. “Owning primates as pets is illegal in California. The monkey was safely taken in by Animal Control where he will receive proper care. A next level monkey business!” reads a social media post from CHP. The driver was charged with several charges, including possession of an exotic animal.

The California Highway Patrol Madera made an unusual arrest Monday evening, seizing a spider monkey.

A CHP Madera officer stopped a Rolls Royce Ghost on North Highway 99, north of Avenue 17, for speeding.

The driver was suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and was arrested.

Marijuana and a spider monkey were also found in the car. It is believed to be 1 month old.

“Possessing primates as pets is illegal in California. The monkey was safely taken in by Animal Control where he will receive proper care. Next level monkey business!” said a CHP social media post.

The driver was charged with several charges, including possession of an exotic animal.

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