LOS ANGELES (Jan. 31) - Britney Spears was taken from her home by ambulance early Thursday and escorted to the hospital by more than a dozen police officers. A Los Angeles police officer, who requested anonymity because he was not authorized to speak on the matter, said the 26-year-old pop star was being taken to "get help" but did not give the ambulance's destination. The Los Angeles Times cited unnamed authorities who said Spears was being placed on a "mental evaluation hold." Security guards stand outside of the UCLA Medical Center after Britney Spears was taken there by ambulance with a police escort. She will be held for a 72-hour evaluation, known as a 5150. January Blues for Spears Britney Spears' dad Jamie arrives at the hospital but would not comment to the mass of photographers waiting for him. January Blues for Spears Britney Spears is seen here crying and carrying her dog following her Jan. 29 blowout with manager Sam Lufti. According to media re...
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