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A Florida man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper stopped him for allegedly speeding more than 90 mph on Interstate 75 in Pasco County and discovered dozens of open alcohol containers inside his vehicle, authorities said.
The traffic stop happened on I-75 near the 280-mile marker in Pasco County, according to the FHP.
Authorities said a trooper was patrolling northbound when a Honda Civic passed the patrol vehicle at speeds exceeding 90 mph.
The trooper initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, later identified as 33-year-old Conor William Parady of San Antonio, Florida.
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During the encounter, the trooper said Parady allegedly appeared to be heavily intoxicated.
Troopers also discovered 34 open alcohol containers inside the vehicle during the stop, authorities said.
Authorities said the trooper’s observations during the stop led to a DUI investigation.
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Parady was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and transported to the Pasco County Jail.
According to FHP, authorities reported a blood alcohol concentration of 0.177 following the arrest. Florida’s legal limit for drivers is 0.08.
Online jail records showed Parady was booked into the Pasco County Jail following the arrest. It was not immediately clear whether he had retained an attorney.
Under Florida law, a first-time DUI conviction can carry penalties that include fines, probation, community service and a driver’s license suspension, though any potential penalties in this case would depend on the outcome of court proceedings.
A spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for additional comment Saturday evening.
No injuries were reported.
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