Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce was arrested late Tuesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence after California Highway Patrol officers found him asleep behind the wheel of his Range Rover on the 101 Freeway.
What the Reports Say
- The incident unfolded around 10:38 p.m. on October 7, 2025, when officers investigating a separate multi‑vehicle crash noticed Pierce’s SUV blocking lanes.
- CHP approached the vehicle and found Pierce asleep in the driver’s seat. Signs of alcohol impairment led to a DUI investigation.
- He was booked at Los Angeles’ Central Area CHP office. The CHP will submit the case to the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office for review.
- Pierce has not yet made a public comment.
Background & Significance
- Paul Pierce is a Hall of Famer who played 19 seasons in the NBA, primarily with the Boston Celtics.
- Since retiring in 2017, he’s worked in sports broadcasting and previously held analyst roles with ESPN and Fox Sports.
- This arrest adds to public scrutiny — especially for public figures — about responsibility, law enforcement, and accountability.
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