Southern California's Ventura county has reported a sixth rattlesnake bite in less than a month, with two fatalities, as warmer spring weather brings the reptiles out earlier.

American singer Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County, California, and details of the police chase have now emerged. Her manager, Cade Hudson, has since commented on the incident.

Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early the following morning, though the charge was not clear, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's office website.

Pop star Britney Spears has once again removed her Instagram profile after being arrested on Wednesday evening for driving under the influence in Ventura County, California.

A bookkeeper has been sentenced for embezzling more than half a million dollars from an employer in Ventura County.