Justin Timberlake recently addressed his recent DWI arrest during a concert in Chicago. The 10-time Grammy winner admitted to his fans that it had been a tough week since the incident. He thanked his fans for their continued support, acknowledging that he can be hard to love at times. This was Timberlake’s first public appearance since the arrest, and fans showed their support by cheering him on.
The pop icon was arrested in his BMW in Sag Harbor on Long Island after failing to stop at a stop sign and swerving out of his lane. According to court documents, Timberlake exhibited signs of intoxication, including bloodshot and glossy eyes, slow speech, and unsteadiness on his feet. Despite claiming to have had only one martini, he refused a breathalyzer test at the police station.
Timberlake is facing charges of driving while intoxicated, failure to keep right, and failure to stop at a stop sign. His lawyer has stated that he plans to vigorously defend Timberlake against these allegations and is awaiting further information from the District Attorney’s office.
The singer’s upcoming shows in New York City are still scheduled to take place later this month. Fans are eagerly awaiting his performance at Madison Square Garden. Timberlake is expected to appear virtually for his first court hearing on July 26.
It is clear that Timberlake’s recent arrest has caused some drama for the pop star and his wife, Jessica Biel. Despite this setback, Timberlake’s fans continue to show their support for him as he navigates this difficult time. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.