NEW YORK, USA: Pop star Justin Timberlake, renowned for hits like “SexyBack” and “Cry Me a River,” was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, located in the Hamptons east of New York City. The 43-year-old singer-actor spent the night in jail following his arrest in the early hours of Tuesday.
According to Suffolk County’s prosecutor’s office, Timberlake was apprehended by local authorities for driving under the influence. Police reports indicated that Timberlake’s BMW was observed by an officer passing through a stop sign and failing to maintain the correct lane shortly after midnight.
“Upon investigation, it was determined that Mr. Timberlake was operating his vehicle in an intoxicated condition,” stated Sag Harbor police. Reports noted his “bloodshot and glassy” eyes and poor performance on standard field sobriety tests, as detailed in court documents cited by CBS.
Following his arrest, Timberlake was processed and held overnight before appearing in Sag Harbor Village Justice Court for arraignment. He was subsequently released on his own recognizance, with a virtual court appearance scheduled for July 26.
Timberlake, currently touring in support of his latest album, reportedly informed police that he had consumed one martini and was following friends home. His career has spanned from boy band NSYNC to a successful solo artist and actor, earning him 10 Grammy awards and four Emmy awards. Timberlake is married to actress Jessica Biel, with whom he has two children.
