In brief
Five months after a March Florida crash that left the world’s beloved golfer in police custody, Tiger Woods is set to change his plea in court. The 50‑year‑old was arrested on a misdemeanor driving‑under‑the‑influence charge after the vehicle clipped a truck and rolled over. Breath‑alcohol test was negative, but police declined a urine drug test. Office footage captured Woods explaining his sudden loss of control. Authorities found hydrocodone prescriptions in his pocket, raising questions about an unknown substance. Woods’ legal team and the prosecutor are yet to confirm the new plea. The incident marks his second DUI-related arrest.
Tiger Woods to alter court plea after Florida crash arrest
Five months after the golf legend’s March crash, Tiger Woods is preparing to change his denied plea in a Florida court. The 50‑year‑old was taken into custody in Martin County after his driving vehicle clipped a truck and rolled over. A breathalyser test returned negative, but he declined a complimentary urine drug test.
Body‑camera footage released by law‑enforcement in April shows Woods kneeling on the passenger side of the wreck, calmly telling officers, “I looked down at my phone, and all of a sudden, boom.” Police stated they could not determine his exact impairment source but suspected an “unknown substance” was involved.
Later, investigators uncovered two white pills—hydrocodone—inside Woods’ pocket. Hydrocodone is an opioid commonly used for pain management. Woods had previously admitted to taking a handful of these that morning.
In a break‑out statement on social media, Woods announced his intention to “step away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health,” describing his current dilemma as a serious one requiring long‑term recovery.
The latest court filing suggests an undisclosed plea change, but details remain pending. Ongoing communications with prosecutors and Woods’ attorneys continue as the case moves forward.
