Why Was Justin Timberlake Arrested?

Justin Timberlake was arrested in the Hamptons in New York state for allegedly driving while intoxicated.

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TMZ reported that he had been partying at the American Hotel with his friends.

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Cops stopped his car for driving through a stop sign.

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The singer allegedly refused a breath analyzer test and failed a field sobriety test.

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“I had one martini and I followed my friends home," said Timberlake.

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He was formally charged and made to appear in court where he was released without bail.

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The next virtual hearing in the case is set for July 26.

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The pop star has previously spoken about seeking help for alcoholism.

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Timberlake is currently on a tour and has two performances in Chicago next weekend.

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The 43-year-old singer’s global tour is for his 6th album, Everything I Thought It Was.

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