Tiger Woods Handcuffed After Florida Rollover Crash

Bodycam footage shows Woods' stunned reaction and deputies finding painkillers in his pocket

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:52pm

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Newly released body camera footage shows that Tiger Woods expressed astonishment as he was handcuffed after crashing his vehicle last week in Florida. Separate footage from the back of the patrol car shows Woods hiccuping, yawning and repeatedly appearing to nod off. The video also shows that deputies found painkiller pills in Woods' pocket after the crash.

Why it matters

The incident raises concerns about Woods' health and potential substance abuse issues, which have plagued the golf legend in the past. It also highlights the ongoing challenges professional athletes face in maintaining their well-being and avoiding legal troubles.

The details

According to the released footage, Woods' Land Rover clipped a truck and rolled onto its side on a residential road on Jupiter Island. Deputies found painkiller pills in Woods' pocket after the crash. Woods entered a not guilty plea on Tuesday to suspicion of driving under the influence.

  • The crash occurred last week on Jupiter Island, Florida.
  • The body camera footage was released on Thursday.

The players

Tiger Woods

A professional golfer who has won 15 major championships and is considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Florida deputies

Law enforcement officers who responded to the scene of Woods' crash and apprehended him.

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What’s next

Woods is expected to appear in court again to address the DUI charges.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the personal struggles that even the most successful athletes can face, and the importance of maintaining one's health and well-being both on and off the field.