Police release video from Tiger Woods’ latest rollover crash
Florida authorities released body camera video of the arrest of golf legend Tiger Woods, who was charged with driving under the influence after his latest rollover crash last week. Woods is seen down on one knee next to the roadway, not far from his SUV, which is still lying on its side, in video from the Martin County Sheriff’s Office published by CNN affiliate WPBF . “I looked down at my phone, and all of a sudden – boom,” Woods calmly told an officer, who advised Woods that a medic would “come and check you out.
” In another part of the newly released video, Woods is shown submitting to a field sobriety test, after which a deputy places him in handcuffs. Woods failed the test, according to an arrest affidavit released Tuesday. “At this time, I do believe your normal faculties are impaired, okay?
” the deputy said. “And you’re under an unknown substance, okay, so at this time you are under arrest for DUI. ” As deputies removed items from Woods’ pockets, two pills were found in his front left pocket and placed into a plastic evidence bag.
CNN is continuing to review the video and has reached out to representatives for Woods. The crash occurred as the 15-time major winner was attempting another comeback after years of injuries and car crashes . Here’s the latest on the case: The crash: A play-by-play The 82-time PGA Tour winner, who allegedly veered toward oncoming traffic, is charged with driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test — both misdemeanors.
Woods, who was not injured in the crash, has pleaded not guilty, according to court documents. The crash happened on Jupiter Island – a residential barrier island dotted with luxury homes about two hours north of Miami – featuring a two-lane road sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and Hobe Sound. Woods — whose legal first name is Eldrick — told deputies he was driving from his home when the crash happened, according to body camera video.
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