US EditionPublished • loading... • Updated
Tiger Woods arrested at crash scene on suspicion of DUI, sheriff says
Woods showed signs of impairment and refused a urine test after the crash; he was arrested on DUI, property damage, and test refusal charges, sheriff said.
- On Friday, March 27, 2026, golf legend Tiger Woods was arrested on Jupiter Island, Florida, after his Land Rover rolled onto its side following a collision with a pickup truck; he was uninjured but charged with DUI, property damage, and refusing a lawful test.
- Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek stated Woods showed 'signs of impairment' at the scene, though a breathalyzer registered 0.0 for alcohol; Woods refused a urine test, leading to charges of refusal to submit to a lawful test.
- Woods, who was arrested for driving under the influence in 2017 in Jupiter, was traveling on a 30 mph speed limit road when the crash occurred. This marks his second DUI-related arrest.
- Released on bond after eight hours in custody, Woods faces potential legal penalties under Florida law that may affect his professional schedule. His arrest intensifies scrutiny of his leadership roles in professional golf and medication management.
- With the Masters tournament beginning April 9, uncertainty surrounds Woods' participation in the major championship. He also faces a deadline to decide whether to serve as U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland.
Insights by Ground AI
Podcasts & Opinions
688 Articles
688 Articles
Golf superstar Tiger Woods is back on the loose after a car accident and an arrest, the denied urine test triggers wild speculation.
·Vienna, Austria
Read Full Article
The legendary golfer was released after 8 hours in detention, accused of driving under substance influences. Tiger Woods refused a urine test.
Coverage Details
Total News Sources688
Leaning Left118Leaning Right74Center232Last UpdatedBias Distribution55% Center
Bias Distribution
- 55% of the sources are Center
55% Center
L 28%
C 55%
R 17%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
