AceShowbiz - Britney Spears was reported by multiple frightened motorists for driving dangerously and erratically on March 4, leading to her arrest for driving under the influence, RadarOnline.com reveals.

According to 911 calls obtained by Radar, several drivers contacted authorities after witnessing a vehicle swerving through traffic and nearly sideswiping other cars on the 101 freeway in Ventura, California. None of the callers initially knew the driver was Spears.

One caller described the situation as alarming, stating they were “following behind” a BMW that was weaving between lanes and braking erratically at high speeds. The driver expressed concern about the potential for a serious accident, saying the car had “almost sideswiped a couple vehicles.”

The dispatcher advised the caller to maintain a safe distance and avoid following the vehicle closely, ending the call after ensuring the motorist’s safety. Shortly thereafter, the California Highway Patrol stopped the car and arrested Spears.

The pop star, 44, was charged with driving under the influence on April 30 but escaped jail time by pleading guilty to a misdemeanor under California’s “wet reckless” law—a charge often applied to first-time DUI offenders. As part of her sentence, she must attend a DUI education class, pay related fines and fees, and complete 12 months of probation.

Following her arrest, Spears briefly entered rehab but checked out prematurely, fueling concerns among her inner circle about the severity of her struggles with anxiety and substance abuse. An insider told Radar that her short stay—less than three weeks—was inadequate for the level of treatment she requires.

“Everyone wants to give her the benefit of the doubt, but the fact she checked out of rehab so quickly doesn’t look good,” the source said. They emphasized that individuals facing similar challenges usually need a minimum of 30 days in treatment, with 60 to 90 days being ideal to properly address the issues and develop coping strategies.

Recent public incidents have intensified worries about Spears’ well-being. On May 14, she was spotted visiting a liquor store in Sherman Oaks before heading to the Blue Dog Tavern for dinner. Witnesses described her behavior during the meal as “chaotic” and “kind of sad,” noting she was barking during conversations and appeared agitated.

Additionally, patrons reported that Spears was walking around the restaurant with a knife near other tables and tried to light a cigarette inside near the door. However, her representatives have dismissed these claims, stating the situation was exaggerated.

A spokesperson for Spears clarified, “She was enjoying a quiet dinner with her assistant and bodyguard. She was simply explaining how her dog was barking at the neighbors. At no point did she threaten anyone with a knife. She was just cutting her hamburger.”

Friends close to Spears remain concerned that her brief rehab stint was insufficient given her ongoing issues. The insider added, “Her anxiety and substance problems are so severe that it’s unrealistic to think she’s on the right track after such a short treatment period.”

They urged the singer to take her sobriety journey seriously, emphasizing that a more extensive rehabilitation program is necessary for her recovery. “A short stay isn’t nearly enough to reset and learn the tools required for lasting sobriety,” the source concluded.

As Spears continues to navigate these challenges, her legal obligations require her to complete probation and DUI education. The public and those close to her hope this marks the beginning of a more committed path to wellness.

RadarOnline.com will continue monitoring the situation and provide updates on Spears’ progress as more information becomes available.