Singer sends legal warning while facing scrutiny following recent DUI arrest
Britney Spears has made serious allegations against a former bodyguard, claiming he illegally accessed her personal devices and Apple iCloud account.
According to reports from TMZ, the singer’s lawyer sent a cease-and-desist letter last month to Thomas Bunbury, accusing him of hacking into Spears’ devices without her permission. The legal notice claims the alleged actions violate several state and federal laws.
Spears has demanded that Bunbury delete any files or copies he may have taken from her accounts. She has also asked for confirmation on whether any photos, documents, or personal data were shared with others. The singer is reportedly considering taking the matter to authorities if the issue is not resolved.
Sources told TMZ that Bunbury was dismissed from his role in August after allegedly breaching a non-disclosure agreement by communicating with fans and members of the media.
The dispute surfaced around the same time Spears has been dealing with legal trouble following her arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. The Grammy-winning singer was detained on the evening of March 4 in Newbury Park, California.
Officials from the California Highway Patrol said she was later released from Ventura County Jail. Authorities are still awaiting results from additional chemical tests while the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident reportedly began after someone alerted police about an erratic driver in a black BMW 430i travelling near the border of Ventura County and Los Angeles County.
Spears was recently spotted in public for the first time since the arrest, visiting the Malibu Country Mart and stopping by Starbucks during the outing. The photos were first shared on a fan page called BritneysVault.
Prosecutors in the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office have not yet confirmed whether charges will be filed. A court hearing has been scheduled for May 4, where Spears is expected to appear.
A representative for the singer described the arrest as “an unfortunate incident that was completely inexcusable,” adding that Spears intends to comply with the law moving forward and hopes the situation serves as a wake-up call.
