Golf icon Tiger Woods has been released on bail after being charged with driving under the influence following a rollover crash in Florida.
- +Tiger Woods charged with DUI after Florida crash, released on bail
The 15-time major champion was arrested on Friday after his vehicle overturned while attempting to overtake a trailer.
The 15-time major champion was arrested on Friday after his vehicle overturned while attempting to overtake a trailer. Although Woods escaped unhurt, responding officers described him as “lethargic” and suspected impairment.
Authorities said Woods tested negative on a breathalyser at the scene but refused to provide a urine sample.
He was subsequently charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test, offences that are not classified as felonies.
According to Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek, Woods exhibited “signs of impairment” during roadside assessments conducted after the incident, which occurred shortly after 2 p.m. local time near his residence.
“He did a breathalyser test with triple zeros,” Budensiek said. “But when it came time for a urinary analysis, he refused, and that led to additional charges.”
Police indicated that Woods had been driving at high speed on a road with a 30mph limit before losing control. His vehicle tipped onto its side and slid a considerable distance before coming to a stop.
Woods was held in custody for approximately eight hours before being released on bond in the early hours of Saturday. No injuries were reported in the incident, including to the driver of the other vehicle involved.
Investigations into the crash are ongoing.
