Monkey found in car during traffic stop in California

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. - A traffic stop in California led to an unusual discovery…a spider monkey found inside a Rolls-Royce.

Officers with the California Highway Patrol's Madera Office pulled over a Rolls-Royce Ghost that was traveling northbound on the 99 freeway for excessive speed. 

The driver was found to be under the influence and arrested for DUI and possession of cannabis.

Officers also found a Spider Monkey inside the car. California Fish and Wildlife took possession of the monkey and transferred it to the Oakland Zoo.  

The monkey was believed to be only a month old. 

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife says it is illegal to pet trade and own primates as animals in California. 

The driver was booked into the Madera County Jail and is facing several charges, including possession of an exotic animal.