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Police Report Details Britney Spears' Medications and Statements Before DUI Arrest

A police report obtained by Page Six states that Britney Spears reported taking three prescription medications before her March 4 DUI arrest. The report also describes her statements about alcohol consumption and observations made by officers during the stop.

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A police report obtained by Page Six states that Britney Spears reported taking three prescription medications before her March 4 DUI arrest. The report describes her statements about alcohol consumption and observations made by officers during the stop.

The pop star was arrested after authorities observed her vehicle swerving in and out of lanes. An officer asked Spears if she had taken any medications or drugs prior to driving. She stated she had taken 200mg of Lamictal, 40mg of Prozac, and 2.5mg of Adderall.

The officer noted an empty wine glass in the cup holder and detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on her breath. m. and rated her level of intoxication as zero. She also stated she could drink four bottles of wine and still function.

The officer reported that Spears showed drastic mood swings during the encounter and spoke with a British accent at times. Her speech was described as rapid and slurred, and her gait was unsteady. A bottle of pills labeled Adderall that was not prescribed to her was found in her purse.

A 911 caller reported that the BMW was seen almost sideswiping multiple vehicles and slamming on the brakes. Spears was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. She had checked herself into rehab on April 12 and was released less than a month later.

Key Facts

Medications reported
200mg Lamictal, 40mg Prozac, 2.5mg Adderall
Alcohol statement
One mimosa at 2 p.m., claimed tolerance for four bottles of wine
Officer observations
Mood swings, British accent, red watery eyes, slurred speech

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. March 4

    Britney Spears was arrested after officers observed erratic driving.

    1 sourcenypost.com
  2. April 12

    Spears checked herself into rehab for substance abuse.

    1 sourcenypost.com

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    The arrest may affect future driving privileges or legal proceedings.

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PublishedMay 21, 2026, 7:32 PM
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