The golfer was charged with two misdemeanors after a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Fla.

Tiger Woods handcuffed in newly released bodycam footage of car crash arrest

The golfer was charged with two misdemeanors after a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Fla.

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April 2, 2026 3:58 p.m. ET

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Newly released bodycam footage shows the immediate aftermath of Tiger Woods' rollover car crash, which led to his DUI arrest last Friday.

The 50-year-old golfer was involved in a two-person car crash in Jupiter Island, Fla., that saw his vehicle roll over onto the driver's side after colliding with a pressure cleaner truck. After police arrived at the scene, Woods was arrested and later charged with two misdemeanors: DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to lawful test.

On Thursday, the Martin County Sheriff's Office released footage of Woods participating in field sobriety tests and ultimately getting arrested. The videos were subsequently aired by local news station WPBF.

In one video, Woods asks the police, "I'm being arrested?"

An officer responds, "At this time, I do believe your normal faculties are impaired."

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The golfer then denies having any weapons or illegal substances on him, as the police begin searching him. The video sees one officer remove cash, a pair of AirPods, and pills from his pocket during the search before handcuffing him.

The Martin County Sheriff's Office previously said that while driving his Land Rover on Jupiter Island, Woods overtook a truck at a "high speed" as it was slowing down to pull into a driveway. Authorities said that the truck's driver attempted to pull over to the side of the road to allow Woods to pass, but Woods' car clipped the truck's pressure washer trailer and rolled onto the driver's side. Woods then climbed out of the passenger side door, per authorities.

In another clip of the bodycam footage, Woods knelt by the side of the road and offered a brief recap of the incident, telling an officer, "I looked down at my phone and all of a sudden — boom."

The officer then examined Woods' back, patting him down.

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“I don’t feel anything out of the --" Woods at one point began, to which the officer responded, "We’re still gonna have our medic come and check you out, alright?"

In the affidavit obtained by PEOPLEon Tuesday, the deputies who searched Woods at the crash scene identified the two white pills in his pocket as the opioid hydrocodone.

Per the affidavit, Woods appeared to have a leg injury as he was "limping and stumbling to the right." The athlete also explained that he's had seven back surgeries, more than 20 operations on his leg, and had a compression sock over his right knee.

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Additional footage sees Woods performing a series of field sobriety tests and answering questions. He stated that he did not consume any alcohol before the crash, but that he did take his prescription meds that morning. He also stated that he did not consume any illegal substances, and refused to provide a urine sample.

Authorities noted in the arrest affidavit that Woods was sweating profusely after the crash and a deputy stated that his movement was "lethargic and slow," adding that he showed "severe signs of impairment." When he removed his sunglasses, the deputy observed Woods' eyes were "bloodshot and glassy" and his pupils were "extremely dilated." He was also described as being extremely alert" during the investigation.

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Woods has since spoken out about the arrest in a Tuesday statement shared across his social media accounts.

"I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today," the golfer began. "I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery."

Woods continued, "I'm committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time."

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