Justin Timberlake, the renowned American singer and actor, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) on Monday night in Sag Harbor, New York. Timberlake, who is currently 43 years old, allegedly failed to stop at a sign and was observed swerving, prompting police to intervene. He reportedly refused to take an alcohol test when stopped by the officers. The incident took place after Timberlake had dinner with friends at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor. He was taken into custody and is being held at the local police station with an arraignment scheduled for Tuesday. Timberlake, who rose to fame as a member of the boy band NSYNC, has had a successful solo music and acting career, with numerous awards including ten Grammys and four Emmys. He is currently on ‘The Forget Tomorrow World Tour’ promoting his sixth album ‘Everything I Thought It Was’. Despite the arrest, Timberlake has upcoming concert dates in Chicago on June 21 and in New York City, with a performance in the Netherlands planned for August. The arrest has sparked widespread media attention, and Timberlake’s representatives have not yet commented on the situation.
Key points
- Justin Timberlake was arrested for DUI in Sag Harbor, New York, after a dinner with friends.
- He refused a breathalyzer test and was taken into police custody.
- Timberlake is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday following the arrest.
- His ‘The Forget Tomorrow World Tour’ is ongoing, with upcoming concerts in Chicago and New York City.