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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Ellie Muir

Britney Spears’ rep says ‘inexcusable’ arrest is first step in ‘long overdue change’

  • Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in California for allegedly driving under the influence, then booked and released hours later.
  • Her representative acknowledged the incident as "inexcusable" and stated Spears would take the "right steps" and comply with the law.
  • The representative emphasized that this incident could be the "first step in long overdue change" for Spears.
  • “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time,” Spears’ rep said.
  • “Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue needed plan to set her up for success for well-being,” the statement concluded.

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