Tiger Woods DUI Arrest Update: Police Reveal New Details After Rollover Crash and Mugshot Release
- American golfing legend Tiger Woods was arrested in Florida after a crash involving his vehicle and another car
- Police in Florida said the incident led to testing at the scene, followed by his detention and later release on bail
- The 50-year-old now faces charges linked to the crash, with authorities outlining their findings and releasing his mugshot
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The police have released new details following the arrest of 15-time major golfing champion Tiger Woods on Friday, 27 March 2026, in Florida.
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Authorities said Woods was involved in a two-car crash after he allegedly attempted to overtake a truck. Fortunately, no one was injured. Police confirmed that Woods was released from the Martin County Jail on Friday night after cooperating with officers during a breathalyser test, although he refused to take a urine test.
This is not the first crash involving the golfing legend, as he was previously involved in a serious rollover accident in California in 2021.
Charges and police findings in Tiger Woods' DUI case
Woods faces charges of property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, in addition to a DUI-related charge. Although his breathalyser test reportedly recorded a 0.00, indicating no alcohol in his system, deputies still determined that he was impaired. He did not provide a urine sample.
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According to Sky News, Woods was released at approximately 11:15 p.m. ET and was seen leaving the jail via a side entrance, travelling in the passenger seat of an SUV. He was held for several hours before being released on bail, as required by protocol. Sheriff John Budensiek confirmed that no drugs were found at the scene, although there was suspicion of impairment linked to the crash.
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Mugshot release and potential legal consequences
Following the arrest, police released a mugshot of the golfer as part of the official record. If found guilty, Woods could face fines and possible additional jail time depending on the outcome of the case.
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Woods turned professional in 1996 and went on to win 15 major championships, including 5 Masters titles, 3 U.S. Opens, 3 Open Championships, and 4 PGA Championships. He is tied for the record for PGA Tour wins with 82 victories. He spent 683 weeks as world number one across multiple spells. Woods completed the career Grand Slam at the age of 24.
His notable accomplishments include winning the 1997 Masters by 12 strokes, a record margin. Between the 2000 and 2001 seasons, he achieved the “Tiger Slam,” winning all four major championships consecutively across that period.
One of the most dominant seasons of his career came in 2000, when he won nine PGA Tour events, marking one of the greatest single-season performances in golf history.
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