In a shocking turn of events, billionaire John Paulson’s much-younger girlfriend, Alina de Almeida, was arrested for DUI after crashing her car into a house’s yard. The incident, which occurred on March 13, 2018, in Butler, NJ, has brought significant attention to both de Almeida and Paulson. The details of the arrest, obtained exclusively by Page Six, paint a troubling picture of irresponsible behavior and potential consequences.
According to the police report, de Almeida “lost control” of her BMW while attempting to make a right-hand turn. The crash resulted in severe damage to her vehicle. During the investigation, the responding officer noted “a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage” coming from de Almeida, who admitted to just coming from Jigg’s bar. Her passenger, Matthew Peteroy, claimed that de Almeida was driving him home from the bar, where he worked.
Given the circumstances, the officer requested de Almeida, who was only 29 years old at the time, to undergo multiple field sobriety tests. These tests suggested that she was “impaired by alcohol over the legal limit,” leading to her subsequent arrest. An Alco-test conducted at the police station revealed de Almeida’s blood alcohol content to be 0.16, which is double the legal limit in most jurisdictions.
Following her arrest, de Almeida was released to her father’s custody and cited with driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, and unclear plates. In the fall of 2018, she pleaded guilty to the charges. As a result, her driver’s license was suspended for seven months, and she was ordered to attend 12 hours of alcohol school. These consequences were meant to serve as a lesson and encourage de Almeida to rehabilitate herself.
It is worth noting that de Almeida has seemingly turned over a new leaf since her brush with the law. As the founder of Effective Lifestyle, she now offers wellness tips to individuals seeking to maintain a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying their social lives. However, her past actions and the potential risks associated with her behavior cannot be ignored.
At the time of the incident, de Almeida was 29 years old, and Paulson was 68. Since 2021, they have been romantically involved after Paulson ended his 21-year marriage with Jenny. While relationships can be complex and personal, the circumstances surrounding their union raise questions about their compatibility and the motivations behind their partnership.
The arrest of Alina de Almeida, billionaire John Paulson’s girlfriend, for DUI has shed light on the consequences of irresponsible behavior and the potential risks associated with such actions. While de Almeida has shown signs of rehabilitation and now promotes healthy living, her past actions cannot be ignored. It remains to be seen how this incident will impact her relationship with Paulson and their future together. As with any public figure, scrutiny around their personal lives and choices is to be expected.