In brief
After a rollover crash in Florida in March, veteran golfer Tiger Woods, who had been arrested for driving under the influence, is scheduled to change his plea in Martin County court. Police body‑camera footage shows Woods calmly kneeling after his vehicle clipped a truck and rolled over, saying he had not consumed alcohol that day. He passed a breath‑alyser test but declined a urinalysis for other drugs, and later disclosed that he had taken a few prescription medications, including hydrocodone. The incident marks the golfer’s second DUI‑related arrest, and he has announced a pause to seek treatment for his well‑being. Prosecutors are now looking into his prescription‑drug records as the hearing approaches.
Veteran golfer Tiger Woods is preparing to alter his plea in a Florida court after a March rollover crash led to a drive‑under‑the‑influence arrest. The hearing is set for Wednesday morning in Martin County.
Police released body‑camera footage in April that captured the incident. No one was injured, but Woods had to crawl out through the passenger door to free himself. In the recording, he appeared calm, kneeling on one knee as he told officers he had no alcohol that day.
He passed a breath‑alyser test but declined a urinalysis for other substances. When asked about prescription medication, he said he had taken a few and listed them, though that portion was later redacted. Authorities later found two white pills in his pocket, identified as hydrocodone, an opioid prescribed for pain.
Following the crash, Woods posted on social media: I look
I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today. I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritise my wellbeing and work toward lasting recovery.
The incident marks Woods’ second arrest on suspicion of DUI. Prosecutors are now requesting his prescription‑drug records ahead of the upcoming hearing, and the public remains keenly interested in the case’s outcome. The court will decide whether the golfer will plead guilty or waive his right to a trial based on the new information revealed.
