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Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday for allegedly driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons on Long Island's luxurious east end.
The Sag Harbor Police Department confirmed to Newsweek Tuesday morning that the star was in their custody.
He appeared for arraignment Tuesday, charged with a DWI offense, and was later seen leaving the court in a black baseball cap and black button-down shirt.
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Timberlake was pulled over after running a stop sign, the department later confirmed in a press release. TMZ reported the star was headed away from a party at the American Hotel and refused to take a breathalyzer test.
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office confirmed the arrest to Newsweek and said it had no further comment to make at this time.
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Timberlake is currently on tour, with two shows planned at the United Center in Chicago, Il. on June 20 and 21, followed by two shows at New York City's Madison Square Garden.
Newsweek reached out to both venues for comment, with MSG deferring to Timberlake's management.
Following his release without bail Tuesday morning, Timberlake was scheduled to next appear in court on July 26. The artist is due to perform in Krakow, Poland, that night.
The 43-year-old was arrested in the small village of Sag Harbor on Long Island, with TMZ reporting that friends came to try to convince police officers to cut him a break over his driving.
He had reportedly been seen swerving out of his lane and cops could smell alcohol on his breath.
The arrest came a day after posting a Father's Day message on his Instagram page.
"My 2 greatest gifts. I learn more about myself everyday just because you both chose me to be your Daddy," he shared.
"I will always be there for you through your peaks and valleys... to lift you up and show you how high you can take this life and to pick you up when you fall. And, of course, to flood you with insufferable Dad-jokes all along the way. I love you both so much. Thank you for giving me my biggest purpose," he added.
Timberlake is married to actress Jessica Biel and the couple have two sons together, born in 2015 and 2020.
The couple purchased a home in New York City's Tribeca neighborhood in 2017 and they also have a residence in Blue Sky, Montana.
Sag Harbor is a picturesque village on Long Island's South Fork, known for drawing celebrities, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez and Robert Downey Jr. who own homes there.
Once a bustling whaling port, it now boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic homes, and scenic waterfront views. The village offers a mix of upscale boutiques, fine dining, and cultural attractions, making it a popular destination for both residents and visitors.
Timberlake, whose music career began with the Disney Mouseketeers and then boyband NSYNC, has won ten Grammy awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards.
In New York state, a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offense could mean a fine of up to $1,000 and a maximum one-year jail term if convicted. The driver's license can also be revoked for at least six months at first offense.
This is a breaking news story and will continue to be updated.
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