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What Justin Timberlake told cops after being handcuffed in Sag Harbor

Entertainment - Jun 19, 2024
What Justin Timberlake told cops after being handcuffed in Sag Harbor

In a shocking incident, Justin Timberlake was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated (DWI).

Images obtained by the Daily Mail showed Justin Timberlake's recent arrest in Sag Harbor, which has drawn widespread attention.

Justin Timberlake arrested for alleged DWI in Sag Harbor.  Image Credits:  @Sag Harbor Police Department
Justin Timberlake arrested for alleged DWI in Sag Harbor. Image Credits: @Sag Harbor Police Department

In these pictures, the ex-boyfriend of Britney Spears was reported to have bloodshot eyes, causing a stir in the headlines.

Justin Timberlake was arrested for allegedly committing a DWI.

The media revealed images of Justin Timberlake after his arrest for alleged DWI.

In the shock incident, Timberlake's mugshot captured him with a stony-faced expression, obtained exclusively by DailyMail.com.

Images from Daily Mail depict Timberlake's arrest, sparking significant media coverage. Image Credits:  @Sag Harbor Police Department
Images from Daily Mail depict Timberlake's arrest, sparking significant media coverage. Image Credits: @Sag Harbor Police Department

The singer, reportedly under the influence, had left The American Hotel bar and attempted to drive his BMW, prompting police intervention.

The details of Justin Timberlake's arrest incident

Recently, the Daily Mail published exclusive information and images capturing the moment Justin Timberlake was handcuffed and led out by police from the Hamptons police headquarters.

It is known that the night before, Justin Timberlake was arrested by police for driving while intoxicated and blowing through a stop sign.

Moreover, the singer also refused to undergo alcohol testing by the police.

Timberlake refused a breathalyzer test during the arrest. Image Credits: T.E.McMorrow
Timberlake refused a breathalyzer test during the arrest. Image Credits: T.E.McMorrow

American media reported that Justin Timberlake was arrested and temporarily detained on charges of driving under the influence and traffic violations for running a stop sign and failing to stay in his lane.

The arrest report from Justin Timberlake's police department reveals details following his alleged DWI arrest.

After being arrested for alleged DWI, Justin Timberlake was reported to have exhibited several signs of intoxication.

According to the police report, Justin Timberlake was observed with "bloodshot and glassy" eyes, and there was a strong odor of alcohol on his breath. 

Timberlake was arrested for DWI but refused the breathalyzer test. Image Credits: Doug Kuntz
Timberlake was arrested for DWI but refused the breathalyzer test. Image Credits: Doug Kuntz

The report said: "“His eyes were bloodshot and glassy, a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emanating from his breath, he was unable to divide attention, he had slowed speech, he was unsteady afoot, and he performed poorly on all standardized field sobriety tests". 

During the arrest, Justin Timberlake was asked to take a sobriety test.

According to a PageSix report, Timberlake refused a breathalyzer test, adamantly telling officers, 'No, I refuse!'

In his statement to the police, Justin Timberlake claimed that he had only consumed one martini  before driving. 

However, at the time of his arrest, the singer appeared to be disoriented, spoke slowly, and walked unsteadily.

At his arraignment, he pleaded not guilty and was banned from driving in New York for a year, released without bail, and seen leaving court looking visibly shocked.

Timberlake claimed to have had only one martini before driving. Image Credits: T.E.McMorrow
Timberlake claimed to have had only one martini before driving. Image Credits: T.E.McMorrow

Timberlake faces charges of DWI, running a stop sign, and lane violations. His next court appearance is scheduled for July 26, highlighting ongoing legal ramifications stemming from the incident.

"After a brief court session and being banned from driving for one year in New York State, Justin Timberlake was released on the spot. The singer, wearing a cap and dark glasses, stepped out of the police station accompanied by his lawyer.

Prior to his arrest, Justin Timberlake had been drinking with friends at The American Hotel bar. A witness disclosed to The New York Post that Timberlake drank heavily, even to the extent of taking drinks from another table."