Justin Timberlake Arrested for DWI in the Hamptons

Pop star taken into custody early Tuesday morning

Timberlake charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated

Sag Harbor, NY — Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday morning in Sag Harbor, New York, and charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated. The singer and actor was taken into custody by police at approximately 12:02 a.m. after he was allegedly seen driving erratically.

According to law enforcement officials, Timberlake was pulled over by police after he was observed swerving and speeding. He was reportedly given a field sobriety test, which he failed. Timberlake was then taken to the Sag Harbor Police Department for processing.

Timberlake was arraigned on one count of driving while intoxicated and released from police custody after posting bail. He is due back in court on July 18 for a hearing. No further details about the arrest have been released at this time.

The arrest comes as a surprise to many, as Timberlake has not been known to have any previous run-ins with the law. He is one of the most popular entertainers in the world, with a successful career in both music and acting.