Rwanda National Police (RNP) on October 29, confirmed the arrest of Miss Rwanda 2022 Divine Nshuti Muheto over alleged serious traffic violations.

The beauty queen faces multiple charges, including driving without a license, driving under excessive influence of alcohol, damaging public infrastructure, and fleeing the scene.

"This is not the first time she has been involved in such offenses,” police said in an X post.

Muheto’s alleged actions have drawn concerns as repeated traffic violations continue to pose a danger to public safety.

Following her arrest, a file has been submitted to the prosecution for further legal proceedings, police said.

Muheto was crowned Miss Rwanda 2022 on March 19, succeeding Grace Ingabire to the crown.