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Jupiter Island Today
By the People, for the People
Tiger Woods Arrested After Crash, Failed Sobriety Test
The golf legend had hydrocodone pills and exhibited signs of impairment, according to police.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:35pm
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A cubist interpretation of the car crash scene that led to Tiger Woods' latest driving-related arrest, reflecting the fragmented details and conflicting perspectives surrounding the incident.Jupiter Island TodayTiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, causing property damage, and refusing a lawful test after crashing his Land Rover into another vehicle near his Florida home. According to the arrest affidavit, Woods failed field sobriety tests, had bloodshot eyes, and was found with two hydrocodone pills in his pocket. Woods told deputies he had taken prescription medications earlier that day.
Why it matters
This is the fourth major driving incident involving Woods since 2009, raising concerns about his use of prescription medications and ability to safely operate a vehicle. Woods has a history of back and leg injuries that have required numerous surgeries, which may be contributing factors.
The details
The accident occurred on Friday afternoon when Woods' Land Rover rolled onto its side after hitting a Ford F-150 pickup truck. Woods told deputies he was distracted by his cell phone and radio. A search found two hydrocodone pills in his pocket, and a deputy noted Woods had bloodshot eyes, was sweating profusely, and exhibited signs of impairment during field sobriety tests.
- The accident occurred on Friday, March 28, 2026 near Woods' home on Jupiter Island, Florida.
- Woods was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, causing property damage, and refusing a lawful test.
The players
Tiger Woods
An 82-time PGA Tour champion who has had numerous back and leg surgeries, and has been involved in several high-profile driving incidents since 2009.
John M. Budensiek
The Martin County Sheriff who confirmed Woods exhibited signs of impairment but passed a breathalyzer test.
Tatiana Levenar
The Martin County Sheriff's deputy who wrote the arrest affidavit detailing Woods' condition and behavior during the incident.
What they’re saying
“Our DUI investigators came to the scene here, and Mr. Woods did exemplify the signs of impairment.”
— John M. Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff
“Woods' movement was lethargic and slow. While walking, I observed Woods limping and stumbling to the right.”
— Tatiana Levenar, Martin County Sheriff's Deputy
What’s next
Woods is scheduled to appear in court next Tuesday to face charges related to the incident.
The takeaway
This latest driving incident involving prescription medication use raises serious concerns about Woods' health, safety, and ability to responsibly operate a vehicle. It comes as part of a troubling pattern of driving-related issues for the golf legend over the past 15 years.
