'Justin Timberlake's Gen Z Arresting Officer at DWI Incident Blamed for Being 'Overly Aggressive' Rookie'

Entertainment | June 22, 2024, 1:44 p.m.

The young Sag Harbor police officer who pulled over pop star Justin Timberlake for allegedly drunk driving has been identified as 23-year-old Michael Arkinson. Described as an "over-aggressive" rookie by locals, Arkinson has a reputation for making unnecessary stops and handing out tickets. Timberlake, who was arrested earlier this week, voiced concern that the incident would disrupt his ongoing world tour. Despite this, he returned to the stage in Chicago for his tour, acknowledging the tough week he had experienced. Arkinson, a native of Long Island, graduated from the police academy in 2022 and was promoted to a full-time officer in March. The disgruntled officer has faced criticism from residents, with some referring to him as "the Sag Harbor Nazi." Despite Timberlake's arrest, he showed resilience by returning to his tour and addressing the situation with his fans.