Tiger Woods Arrested After Jupiter Island Rollover Crash
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Jupiter Island, Fla. — Golfer Tiger Woods crashed his Land Rover into a truck trailer and rolled the vehicle on March 27 after crossing double solid lines to pass; deputies arrested him that afternoon on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office.
Jupiter Island, Fla. — Golfer Tiger Woods crashed his Land Rover into a truck trailer and rolled the vehicle on March 27 after crossing double solid lines to pass; deputies arrested him that afternoon on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office.
The affidavit released Tuesday states deputies observed impairment signs and found two hydrocodone pills in Woods' pocket; he took a breathalyzer with no alcohol detected, refused a urine test, spent about eight hours in custody, and was released on bail as prosecutors assess available video and testimony.
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Timeline
- 1. Late 2009: Public revelations of personal misconduct significantly altered Woods' public image.
- 2. 2017: Tiger Woods was arrested in a prior DUI incident.
- 3. March 27: Around 2 p.m., Woods' Land Rover struck a trailer and rolled on South Beach Road in Jupiter Island.
- 4. March 31 (affidavit release): Deputies documented signs of impairment and two hydrocodone pills found on Woods.
- 5. Following affidavit release: Woods was jailed roughly eight hours, released on bail; prosecutors review video, testimony, and the affidavit under Florida's revised refusal statute.
Why it matters
This incident is a reminder of the dangers of impaired driving. It's not just about celebrities - anyone can be affected. Check your prescriptions for any side effects that could impact your ability to drive safely.
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