Tiger Woods Arrested: What Happened After His Latest Car Incident?
Tiger Woods Faces DUI Arrest Following Car Accident
Jupiter Island (USA): Tiger Woods was released on bail late Friday after being arrested for allegedly driving under the influence following a collision involving his Land Rover and a truck.
According to officials, Woods was driving at 'high speeds' on a residential road when the accident occurred. After the crash, he exhibited 'signs of impairment,' as noted by Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, who indicated that investigators suspect he may have consumed medication or drugs. Woods was described as lethargic and agreed to a Breathalyzer test, which indicated no alcohol presence; however, he declined a urine test, leading to his arrest.
Florida law mandates that individuals must remain in custody for a minimum of eight hours before being eligible for bail.
Fortunately, Woods did not sustain any injuries from the accident and was kept separate from other inmates at the jail to ensure his safety, as stated by Budensiek. 'He’s not going to be with other inmates that could hurt him or try to capitalize on what he did,' he explained.
This incident marks the second DUI arrest for Woods that was not alcohol-related. In 2017, he was found asleep behind the wheel of his car due to a mix of painkillers and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
President Donald Trump, whose former daughter-in-law is currently dating Woods, expressed concern for the golfer upon arriving in Miami for an investment summit. 'I feel so badly. He’s got some difficulty,' Trump remarked, referring to Woods as an 'amazing person.'
The crash took place shortly before 2 p.m., close to Woods' residence on Jupiter Island. Budensiek reported that Woods attempted to overtake a pressure cleaner truck on a two-lane road with a speed limit of 30 mph (48 kph). Authorities were unable to determine his exact speed at the time of the incident.
As he tried to pass the truck, Woods clipped the back of its trailer, causing his vehicle to roll onto its side. He managed to crawl out afterward.
The sheriff noted that Woods was 'cooperative but not trying to incriminate himself,' emphasizing that he had the right to refuse the urine test, which means authorities may not obtain conclusive evidence regarding the substance that impaired him.
This incident marks the fourth car crash involving Woods, with the most recent occurring in February 2021 when his SUV veered off a coastal road in Los Angeles, resulting in severe leg and ankle injuries. At that time, doctors considered amputation as a possibility. Throughout his career, Woods has faced multiple injuries, including to his left knee and back.
Despite these challenges, Woods made a remarkable comeback, winning the 2019 Masters for his 15th major title. He is tied with Sam Snead for the most PGA Tour titles at 82. Since the LA crash, he has participated in 11 tournaments, finishing no closer than 16 shots from the winner in the four events where he completed all 72 holes.
Woods' recent arrest comes as he deliberates whether he is fit enough to compete in the Masters, scheduled to begin on April 9. He is also expected to be in Augusta, Georgia, on April 5 to unveil a golf course project alongside Masters chairman Fred Ridley.
Additionally, Woods is nearing a 'soft deadline' to decide if he will serve as the U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland.
At 50 years old, Woods has been working on his return to golf following a seventh back surgery in September. His last official tournament appearance was at the British Open in 2024. He suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in March 2025, which sidelined him for the entire season prior to his back surgery. Recently, he participated in his indoor TGL golf league on Tuesday night.
Woods remains actively involved in PGA Tour matters as the chair of the Future Competition Committee, which is focused on restructuring the tour's model.