FAU Student Driving Maserati Charged After Refusing Sobriety Test

Haleigh Michelle Gunn, 20, was pulled over for a traffic violation and allegedly had an open alcoholic beverage in her vehicle.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 20-year-old Florida Atlantic University student was arrested early Sunday morning in Boca Raton, Florida after police say she was driving a Maserati SUV with an open alcoholic beverage and refused to take a sobriety test. Haleigh Michelle Gunn was charged with driving under the influence and refusal to submit to testing after allegedly struggling through field sobriety exercises.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of drunk driving among college students, which can endanger both the driver and the public. It also raises questions about the enforcement of DUI laws, particularly when luxury vehicles are involved.

The details

According to the police report, Gunn was pulled over around 2 a.m. near 1 North Dixie Highway in Boca Raton. Officers say she had an open "Surfside" alcoholic beverage in the center console and admitted to consuming two margaritas about two hours prior. Gunn allegedly struggled through field sobriety tests, including the one-leg stand and walk-and-turn, before being taken into custody. At the police station, she reportedly refused multiple requests to provide a breath sample to determine her blood alcohol content.

  • Gunn was pulled over around 2 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2026.
  • Gunn was arrested and booked into the Palm Beach County Jail on February 23, 2026.

The players

Haleigh Michelle Gunn

A 20-year-old Florida Atlantic University student who was arrested for driving under the influence and refusing a sobriety test.

Boca Raton Police Department

The law enforcement agency that pulled over and arrested Gunn.

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What they’re saying

“We must take a strong stance against drunk driving, especially when it involves young drivers operating expensive vehicles. The safety of our community is paramount.”

— Chief Dan Alexander, Boca Raton Police Chief (Boca Raton Tribune)

What’s next

Gunn is scheduled to appear in court in the coming weeks to face the DUI and refusal charges. The judge will determine if she will be allowed to remain out on bond pending the outcome of the case.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of drunk driving, even for young adults in affluent circumstances. It underscores the need for continued education and enforcement efforts to prevent impaired driving and protect public safety.