Former NASCAR champion Kurt Busch was arrested on Tuesday night after being caught by authorities driving under the influence. The 46-year-old was pulled over around 11:30 PM in Iredell County, North Carolina, according to a report by the Iredell Free Press.
Speeding and Signs of Impairment
Kurt Busch was allegedly driving 18 MPH over the posted 45-MPH speed limit. When officers stopped him, they observed signs of intoxication, including “red glassy eyes.” Busch admitted to having been drinking before the stop.
Blood-Alcohol Level and Charges
Law enforcement administered a breath test, which revealed Busch had a blood-alcohol concentration of .17, more than twice the legal limit of .08 in North Carolina. The retired racer was charged with DWI, speeding, and careless and reckless driving.
Apology by Kurt Busch
After his release from custody, Kurt Busch expressed regret over the incident. In a statement, he said, “I’m very disappointed in myself and I apologize to my family, my racing family, and to my fans. I will work with the authorities to rectify the situation and work with the county to make it a safer place in the future.”
Court Hearing
Busch, who won the 2017 Daytona 500 and retired from full-time racing last year, is scheduled to appear in court in September to address the charges against him.
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