American Hotel staff members confirmed that Justin Timberlake had one drink at the establishment prior to his DWI arrest in the Hamptons. The bartender detailed Timberlake’s movements and supported the singer’s claim that he only had one martini. Another staff member reiterated that if Timberlake had been drinking more, it wasn’t at the American Hotel. Timberlake was arrested on DWI-related charges after being charged with driving while intoxicated.
The Sag Harbor Police Department issued a statement regarding Timberlake’s arrest, stating that he was observed driving a 2025 BMW southbound on Madison Street, failing to stop at a stop sign and failing to maintain his lane of travel. During a traffic stop, it was determined that Timberlake was operating his vehicle while intoxicated. Court documents revealed that Timberlake told police he had one martini and was following his friends home. Timberlake’s eyes were bloodshot and glassy, and there was a strong odor of alcohol on his breath.
One officer noted that Timberlake had slowed speech, was unsteady on his feet, and performed poorly on field sobriety tests. Timberlake rejected a breathalyzer test three times. His lawyer, Edward Burke Jr., stated that he looks forward to vigorously defending Timberlake against the allegations and is currently awaiting full discovery from the district attorney’s office. Timberlake, who was on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour at the time of his arrest, is set to perform at Madison Square Garden this week.
Timberlake was held overnight during his arrest and was arraigned at the Sag Harbor Village Justice Court, where he was released on his own recognizance at 9:30 AM the next day. During a performance in Chicago, Timberlake addressed the incident, acknowledging that it had been a tough week and expressing gratitude to his fans for their continued support. Despite the arrest, Timberlake continued his tour and performed at several shows at Madison Square Garden. The singer’s legal team is prepared to defend him against the DWI-related charges and is eager to share more information at the appropriate time.
In the aftermath of the arrest, Timberlake’s fans showed their support for the singer, with many expressing their love and understanding towards him. Timberlake’s DWI arrest sparked conversation about driving under the influence and the consequences of such actions. The incident served as a reminder of the importance of responsible drinking and the potential dangers of driving while intoxicated. Timberlake’s public statements and actions following the arrest demonstrated his remorse and commitment to taking responsibility for his actions. As the legal process unfolds, Timberlake’s fans and the public at large await further developments in the case.
