Tiger Woods Taken Into Custody Following Florida Accident; Sheriff Points to Indications of Impairment
Tiger Woods, the golfer, has been arrested following a crash in Florida and is facing misdemeanor charges related to DUI after undergoing roadside tests and refusing a urine test.
Tiger Woods, the renowned golf icon, has been taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence following a car accident in Florida, as confirmed by authorities.
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office reported that Woods exhibited “signs of impairment” after a two-vehicle collision on Friday afternoon close to his residence on Jupiter Island.
Sheriff John M. Budensiek reported that officers reached the scene soon after the crash and assessed the golfer’s condition prior to performing roadside tests.
Officials reported that Woods tried to pass a pressure-cleaner truck on a two-lane road but grazed the rear of its trailer while attempting to avert a collision. His Land Rover subsequently tipped onto its driver’s side. Woods managed to crawl out from the passenger side of the vehicle.
There were no reported injuries for Woods or the other driver involved.
A breathalyser test conducted at the scene yielded a negative result; however, Woods declined to undergo a urine test. He was later arrested and taken to jail, where he must stay for a minimum of eight hours.
He faces charges for driving under the influence, resulting in property damage, and for refusing to comply with a lawful test. Both offenses are categorized as misdemeanors.
The incident represents the most recent in a string of driving-related events involving Woods, including a significant crash in Los Angeles in 2021 that resulted in multiple leg and ankle injuries. In 2017, he was arrested on a DUI charge after being discovered asleep at the wheel, ultimately pleading guilty to reckless driving.
The 50-year-old, a 15-time major champion with 82 PGA Tour wins—tied with Sam Snead—has been diligently recovering from several injuries, including a ruptured Achilles tendon in 2025 and a recent back surgery.
Woods has not participated consistently since The Open Championship in 2024 and has not yet announced if he will take part in the Masters in April.
Beyond the course, he continues to hold significant influence in the sport, acting as chairman of the PGA Tour’s Future Competition Committee and contemplating a decision on whether to lead the US Ryder Cup team in 2027.
