Police: Man charged with DWI after drinking 'Catnip Cocktail'

Tuesday, January 16, 2018
WAYNE, New Jersey -- Police in New Jersey said a man who admitted drinking a "Catnip Cocktail" was arrested on DWI charges.

According to police, Joseph Donofrio was driving recklessly at a high rate of speed on Route 23 in Wayne on Jan. 13 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 said 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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