Kirsty Gallacher 'devastated' by drink-driving arrest as she 'went to pick up children while over the limit'
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Kirsty Gallacher was left devastated when she was arrested for drink-driving yesterday morning while travelling to pick up her two children.
The former Strictly star, 41, was stopped by police in Eton, Berkshire, on her way to ex-husband's home to collect their sons.
She was detained by police after reportedly failing a breathalyzer test at around 11.30am and was kept in custody for hours without her family knowing what was happening.
A source told The Sun : "Kirsty is incredibly upset. She spent several in police custody, which was a horrible experience.
"Her friends and family weren't able to talk to her, so they had no idea exactly what had happened, though they had learned why she was arrested."
The unnamed source added: "She is now back at home but is still recovering from the shock. And she is, of course, very worried about what the consequences of this might be."
Kirsty was released on bail and is due to appear at Slough Magistrates' Court on 4 September.
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Thames Valley Police said: "Kirsty Gallacher, aged 41, was charged last night with one count of driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level was above the legal limit."
Prior to her arrest Kirsty shared a picture at the pub with friends to her Instagram account, although she didn't have a glass in hand.
The model previously dated rugby player Danny Cipriani , who reportedly ended their six month relationship because of the 12-year age gap.
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Following the split in 2016 Kirsty told OK! magazine: "As a woman, you kind of come into your own in your late thirties and forties. You know yourself and you know what you want.
"I feel great – I’m at a good point in my life."
Previously, Kirsty split from her ex after 15 years together and four years of marriage.
Kirsty's rep declined to comment when approached.