NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Country singer Sam Hunt has been charged with DUI after driving the wrong way down a Nashville road, according to a police report.
According to an affidavit from Metro Nashville police, Hunt was booked in the Metro Jail around 6 a.m. Thursday and charged with DUI, along with open container violation.
The report said officers spotted the driver traveling the wrong way on northbound Ellington Parkway near Ben Allen Road. He exited on Cleveland Street and drove to Gallatin Avenue where officers pulled him over when he reportedly crossed the center line several times.
According to police, Hunt smelled of alcohol and had bloodshot, watery eyes. They also said there were two empty beers next to him.
Police said Hunt had a difficult time finding his license and tried to hand them his passport and credit card instead. He also admitted to drinking alcohol “recently.”
According to the affidavit, Hunt had a blood alcohol concentration level of .173.
Hunt is known for his songs "Body Like a Back Road," "Take Your Time," "House Party," "Make You Miss Me," and most recently, "Kinfolks."
NewsChannel 5 has reached out to Hunt’s publicist for comment. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
