The crash occurred around 2 p.m. ET on Beach Road on Jupiter Island, near 281 Beach Road, about four miles north of Woods' home, according to research from two sources. Woods' vehicle was traveling at high speed and clipped the back of a work truck's trailer, causing it to flip onto its side, though research from two sources indicates the vehicle clipped a pressure washer attached to the truck. The speed limit in the area is 30 mph, according to research from two sources. No one was injured in the crash, and Woods was able to climb out of the vehicle on his own.
Evidence gathered after the incident pointed to impairment from substances other than alcohol. A breathalyzer test showed no signs of alcohol, but Woods refused to provide a urine sample. According to major media reports from seven sources, two opioid pills, specifically hydrocodone, were found in Woods' pocket after the crash. Woods admitted to taking 'a few pills' or prescription medication around the time of the crash, according to major media reports from five sources. At the scene, Woods appeared dazed, lethargic, or impaired, showing signs of being on medication or drugs.
Woods was arrested after the crash and charged with driving under the influence, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test. He pleaded not guilty to the DUI charges. According to research from two sources, Woods was transported to the Martin County Jail and was scheduled to remain incarcerated for at least eight hours before release on bond, but he was released on bail a few hours after the incident.
Woods denies allegations of being impaired during the accident, according to his own statements. He is taking a pause from public life to seek treatment and focus on his health, as he stated.
Legal developments have included challenges over privacy and travel permissions. Prosecutors are attempting to subpoena Woods' prescription medication records, but his attorney is challenging this, citing privacy rights, according to major media reports from three sources. A judge granted Woods permission to travel outside the U.S. for treatment, according to major media reports from three sources.
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According to major media reports from three sources, Woods' private jet landed in Zurich, Switzerland, possibly for private rehab treatment.
Woods has a history of car crashes, including incidents in 2009, 2017, and 2021. He has endured multiple surgeries, including seven on his back and 20 on his right leg, due to injuries from accidents and sports, according to major media reports from two sources.
This medical history is relevant to his current situation, as friends say Woods is reliant on pain medication for chronic pain management, not for recreational use, according to their accounts.
According to major media reports from four sources, Woods is dating Vanessa Trump, Donald Trump's former daughter-in-law. According to a source, there is concern within the Trump family about Woods' crash, particularly regarding the safety of Vanessa Trump's children, though they were not involved. According to another source, Vanessa Trump is disappointed and angry about Woods' arrest.
Media coverage of the incident has faced errors and scrutiny. NBC apologized for airing footage from Woods' 2021 crash instead of the recent crash during their coverage, according to major media reports from two sources. Woods' golf future remains uncertain; he is still listed as an invitee to the 2026 Masters, although research from two sources indicates President Donald Trump said Woods will not play.
The case leaves several key unknowns unresolved, including the specific medication Woods was taking and the outcome of the legal proceedings.