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Pop star Britney Spears arrested on DUI charges

Britney Spears was arrested after reports of high-speed erratic driving; authorities cited suspicion of alcohol and drug impairment with the pop star later released.

  • On Wednesday night, Britney Spears, pop icon, 44, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs near her Southern California home and released.
  • Motorists reported a BMW being driven erratically at a high rate of speed on a motorway, prompting the California Highway Patrol to respond, after reports earlier this week.
  • A representative for Britney said the incident was 'completely inexcusable' and hoped she seeks 'help and support she needs during this difficult time', while insiders said Britney's family feel unable to intervene due to the Free Britney movement, calling the situation 'life or death'.
  • Legal proceedings will continue with a May 4 court hearing, and a source close to Kevin Federline said they hope this serves as a wake-up call.
  • The fan-led Free Britney movement helped end her 2008 conservatorship in 2019, amid her posting dancing videos before disabling Instagram on the day of her arrest.
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