Tiger Woods charged with driving under influence after crash

BBC News - World Legal & JudicialNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Iain CarterMarch 27, 2026 at 10:24 PM

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Tiger Woods was arrested on Friday in Jupiter Island, Florida, and charged with driving under the influence after crashing his car. According to Sheriff Budensiek, Woods allegedly attempted to overtake a truck at high speed and showed signs of impairment during roadside tests, though he passed a breathalyzer test. Woods refused to take a urine test, which carries its own charge. While the sheriff stated alcohol was likely not involved, the specific substance causing impairment remains unknown. Woods will be released on bond after eight hours in jail, with the charges being misdemeanors. The incident follows Woods' recent return to competitive golf after recovering from injuries.

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Woods would remain in jail for eight hours then be released on bond.

factual — Sheriff Budensiek100% confidence

Woods refused a urine test.

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Woods passed a breathalyser test with "triple zeros".

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Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence.

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The crash happened after Woods allegedly attempted to overtake a pressure cleaner truck at "a high rate of speed".

quote — Sheriff Budensiek90% confidence

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Masters Tournament 30% Augusta National 35% Beach Road 40% Jupiter Island 50% Donald Trump 60% Sheriff Budensiek ×480% Tiger Woods ×1095%

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Jupiter Island

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