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The US Olympic gold medalist, Mary Lou Retton, was apparently incredulous after the police determined that a series of bribery tests in the field failed during a DUI stop, as seen in the images of the police chamber recently released from their arrest of May 17 in West Virginia, obtained by Pak Gazette Digital.
The images showed a Fairmont County police officer who directed the legend of female gymnastics through a series of bribery tests for more than seven minutes.
He was seen separating and re -placing oxygen tubes from his nose to perform the tests. Retton was diagnosed with a “rare form of pneumonia” in 2023.
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Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton received evidence for Fairmont, West Virginia, police officers in April. (Fairmont City)
Then, the officers asked him if he had a valid driver’s license on her, to which she replied: “It is in Texas.”
After almost 10 minutes of taking evidence, an officer told another officer: “She failed everything.”
Retton gasped with disbelief.
“That?” She asked.
“You failed all your sobriety in the countryside, Madam,” said the first officer.
“No, I didn’t!” She replied.
“Yes, you did,” he insisted.
Then the former gymnast was seen declining a breathalyzer test, since police officers informed him that he would be arrested on suspicion of DUI. When the officers put wives, she shouted at a close acquaintance, “they believe I am drunk!”
Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton was arrested by the police in Dui in West Virginia. (Fairmont City)
Later, the images showed Retton being escorted at the police station.
Upon his arrival there, he was seen telling an officer: “I mean, really … I know, you know [who I am]”
There, Retton was seen agreeing that his blood alcohol level was tested through a blood test.
Retton’s bite showed her in a good mood, apparently on the verge of tears.
He former gymnastics star He was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances or drugs on May 17, according to the Marion County Court records. It was released from jail after publishing a personal recognition bonus of $ 1,500.
In a statement previously provided to Pak Gazette Digital by Retton’s lawyer, Edmund J. Roll, the gold medalist admitted having conducted under the influence and apologized.
“I assume all the responsibility of my actions,” said the statement. “What happened was completely unacceptable. I do not put excuses. For my family, friends and my fans: I have disappointed you, and that’s why I feel deeply.
“I am determined to learn and grow from this experience, and I am committed to making positive changes in my life. I really appreciate your concern, breath and continuous support.”
Retton also appeared to a concept without concept, and a Marion County judge fined his $ 100, according to Roll.
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Mary Lou Rateton was arrested at a West Virginia police station after being arrested by DUI. (Fairmont City)
“Mary Lou Retton appeared in court this afternoon and presented an un responding plea for a non -aggravated DUI derived from a recent incident,” Roll told Pak Gazette Digital. “Mary Lou accepted the total responsibility of his shares and received a standard fine of $ 100, according to the judgment for crimes not aggravated for the first time in this jurisdiction.
“According to its values, Mary Lou did not request a special treatment and was subject to the same legal process as any other individual. She is grateful for the professionalism of the application of the law and the judicial system, and completely respects the result. Mary Lou has expressed a sincere desire to use this experience as a moment for reflection and responsibility. She requests privacy as she advances with her personal and professional life.”
Retton was nicknamed “America’s Sweetheart” during his winning performance of the gold medal at the 1984 summer games in Los Angeles. He was only 16 when he scored perfect 10 years in the exercise of the floor and the vault in the two final rotations to become the first American woman to win the general Olympic title.
He obtained five medals that year: one gold, two silver and two bronze.
After retiring from the gymnastics, Retton became a motivating speaker and often shared messages on the benefits of adequate nutrition and exercise.
She also served in the president’s advice on fitness and sports under the previous one. President George W. Bush.
When Retton was diagnosed with a “rare form of pneumonia” in 2023, his family said at that time that he was “fighting for his life.” She was admitted to an intensive care unit when doctors helped her fight the disease.
“This is serious, and this is life, and I am very grateful to be here,” said NBC’s “Today” in 2024. “I’m lucky to be here because there was a time when they were about to put a life support.”
