Tiger Woods faces DUI charges following a traffic collision in Florida. Authorities arrested the golf legend for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, marking another incident in his driving history.
Details of the Crash
On March 27 local time, Woods drove a Land Rover that collided with two vehicles ahead on a road in Jupiter, Martin County. The impact struck a pickup truck towing a trailer, flipping Woods’ vehicle completely. Police responded to the scene after reports of the accident.
Officers noted Woods failed to yield and detected a strong alcohol odor during field sobriety tests. Breathalyzer results confirmed alcohol presence in his system.
Arrest and Release
Investigators impounded the Land Rover but confirmed it will not go to public auction. A passenger, described as a blonde woman, drew attention at the scene. Woods cooperated with authorities and posted bail, securing his release shortly after.
Martin County Sheriff’s Office released photos of the crash site and Woods’ mugshot. This marks Woods’ second known traffic violation involving alcohol.
Florida DUI Penalties
First-time DUI offenses in Florida carry up to six months in jail and fines starting at $1,000 (about 150 million KRW). Repeat offenders face up to 60 days imprisonment and $500 fines (about 75 million KRW), plus potential license revocation.
Woods previously crashed a Genesis GV80 in Los Angeles in February 2021, sustaining injuries that required surgery.
