Justin Timberlake mentions DWI arrest at Chicago concert: 'It’s been a tough week'
Justin Timberlake
American singer-actor Justin Timberlake gave his first performance after being arrested in Long Island, New York, for driving while intoxicated or impaired. After his shocking arrest, the singer chose to go ahead with his scheduled performance of The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.
During his recent gig at United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Saturday, Timberlake began his performance by addressing the rollercoaster week he had.
Ensuring his fans for the fun night ahead, the ''Better Place'' singer says in a video, “We’ve been together through ups and downs, lefts and rights. It’s been a tough week, but you’re here and I’m here, and nothing can change this moment right now.” Timberlake has released no statement on his DWI arrest.
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Justin Timberlake's DWI Arrest
On June 18,Justin was detained in Long Island, New York, for driving while intoxicated. According to the reports, Timberlake, 43, was arrested in the early hours of June 18 by a young police officer, who failed to recognise the rockstar. The singer was driving a 2025 BMW when he was pulled over after he allegedly failed to stop at a stop sign and failed to stay in lane, as per police.
He also refused to take a breathalyzer test after he was stopped while driving down Madison Street in the Hamptons. According to the police, when Timberlake was pulled up, he "performed poorly on all standardised field sobriety tests."
The document further stated that Timberlake had "bloodshot and glossy" eyes, a "strong odour of an alcoholic beverage was emanating from his breath" and he was "unable to divide attention."
After the incident, Timberlake is reportedly "feeling remorseful, ashamed, and humiliated".
A source has told Entertainment Tonight, that the singer "doesn't believe he needs help when it comes to alcohol."
