Tiger Woods Arrested After Florida Crash, Breath Test Negative

The golf legend's latest auto incident raises questions about prescription drug use and public safety.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:12pm

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Tiger Woods was arrested on Friday in Jupiter Island, Florida after a single-vehicle crash in which his Land Rover struck another car and rolled over. Woods showed signs of impairment, but his Breathalyzer test came back negative. He refused to take a urine test. This is at least the fourth auto-related incident involving Woods over the past two decades, including a previous DUI charge in 2017 and a near-fatal crash in 2021 that nearly cost him his leg.

Why it matters

Woods' history of auto incidents, including multiple DUI charges, has raised concerns about his use of prescription medications and ability to safely operate a vehicle. As one of the most famous athletes in the world, any legal troubles involving Woods tend to draw significant public attention and scrutiny.

The details

According to authorities, Woods struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover not far from his home on Jupiter Island. He showed signs of impairment but his Breathalyzer test came back negative. Woods refused to take a urine test. Neither he nor the other driver were injured in the crash.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, March 29, 2026.
  • In 2017, Woods was charged with driving under the influence when police found him asleep behind the wheel of his car.
  • In February 2021, Woods survived a high-speed rollover crash in Los Angeles that left him with serious leg injuries.

The players

Tiger Woods

A legendary professional golfer who has won 15 major championships and dominated the sport for over two decades.

John Budensiek

The Martin County Sheriff who provided details about Woods' latest arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Woods showed signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene of the crash in which he struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover not far from his home on Jupiter Island.”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Tiger Woods out on bail.

The takeaway

This latest incident involving Tiger Woods raises ongoing concerns about his use of prescription medications and ability to safely operate a vehicle, especially given his history of previous auto-related charges and crashes. As one of the most famous athletes in the world, Woods' legal troubles continue to draw significant public scrutiny.