Britney charged in connection with 'hit-and-run'

Britney Spears’ legal woes mounted today as she faced charges in connection with a hit-and-run and driving without a valid licence after she allegedly smashed her car into another in a car park last month.

If convicted, the singer could face up to six months in jail and a $1,000 (€710) fine for each count, said Nick Velasquez, spokesman for the city attorney’s office.