By Jerry Jordan, Editor
Pulled over for missing a stop sign on Long Island, N.Y., the Sag Harbor Village Police took NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France into custody on charges of aggravated driving while under the influence and criminal possession of a control substance.
According to a press release from the police department, “arrested Brian Z. France for aggravated driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree. Mr. France was observed operating a 2017 Lexus northbound on main street failing to stop at a duly posted stop sign. Upon traffic stop it was determined that Mr. France was operating said vehicle in an intoxicated condition. Upon search of his person due to a lawful arrest Mr. France was in possession of oxycodone pills.”
Based on the information available France spent the night in jail and had a court appearance Monday morning.
“Mr. France was arraigned at the Sag Harbor Village Justice Court on 08/06/2018 at 9:30 am where he was released on his own recognizance,” the release states.
NASCAR released a statement confirming they are aware of the matter and are collecting more information.
“We are aware of an incident that occurred last night and are in the process of gathering information. We take this as a serious matter and will issue a statement after we have all of the facts,” the statement reads.