JUPITER ISLAND, Fla. — Golf superstar Tiger Woods was arrested Friday after a rollover crash on Jupiter Island, Florida, with local authorities alleging he was driving under the influence. Our report is based on coverage and official statements as described by AP News, The Guardian, CBS News, Golf Channel, ABC News, and CNN. Each of the bullet points immediately below have been confirmed by at least four of the six respected sources we curated on this story.
Core Facts
- Authorities said Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI following a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Jupiter Island, Florida.
- Officials said Woods’ Land Rover clipped a pickup truck pulling a small trailer as he attempted to pass, and his vehicle came to rest on its driver’s side.
- Authorities said Woods was able to get out through the passenger side after the crash.
- Officials said neither Woods nor the other driver was reported injured.
- Authorities said a breath test showed no alcohol in Woods’ system, and he refused to take a urine test.
- Officials said Woods was charged with DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, both misdemeanors.
- The incident renewed attention on Woods’ prior off-course troubles, including a serious 2021 crash and a 2017 DUI arrest referenced by multiple outlets.
Additional Details Reported
Multiple reports attributed key updates to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, who spoke to reporters after the crash. Several outlets also quoted authorities as saying Woods appeared impaired at the scene and underwent roadside testing. Some coverage described the breathalyzer result as “triple zeroes,” and several reports said investigators suspected impairment could involve medication or drugs rather than alcohol, while noting no definitive toxicology was available because Woods refused the urine test.
Several outlets reported Woods was taken into custody and held at the Martin County Jail, with some describing procedures that keep high-profile detainees out of the general jail population. The crash occurred as the 50-year-old golfer has been attempting a comeback after major injuries and multiple surgeries, with recent appearances tied to his indoor TGL league and ongoing speculation about whether he might return to major tournament competition.
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