Tiger Woods was taken into custody in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday, March 27, following a single-vehicle rollover accident. An arrest affidavit later revealed that police discovered multiple pills on the golf star during his detention.

Details of the Arrest and Physical State

Discovery of Medication

According to the affidavit obtained by Us Weekly, officers found two hydrocodone pills inside Woods' left pocket upon his arrest. Hydrocodone is a commonly prescribed medication used for pain relief.

Observed Impairment

During questioning, Woods was reportedly “sweating profusely.” This occurred after his Land Rover struck a pickup truck near his residence. Woods explained to authorities that he had been looking at his cellphone and adjusting the radio, failing to notice the vehicle ahead had slowed down.

Sobriety Tests and Physical Observations

Officers noted Woods' movements as “lethargic and slow,” although the report simultaneously stated he was “extremely alert” during the interview process. When asked to perform field sobriety tests, he was observed “limping and stumbling to the right.”

Woods was wearing a compression sock over his right knee. He informed officers that he has undergone seven back surgeries and more than 20 operations on his leg, attributing his limp and occasional ankle seizing to these procedures.

Police Questioning and Test Results

Pupils and Admissions

After removing his sunglasses, officers noted Woods’ eyes were “bloodshot and glassy” with pupils described as “extremely dilated.” Woods admitted to consuming medication earlier that morning, telling police, “I take a few.” He also experienced hiccups throughout the investigation.

Impairment Determination

Due to his physical condition, Woods was allowed to “sit on the push bumper” of the police vehicle while speaking with authorities. Following the sobriety tests, officials concluded that Woods’ “normal faculties were impaired,” determining he was “unable to safely operate the motor vehicle.”

Substance Testing Refusal

After being transported to Marin County Jail, Woods willingly provided a breath sample, which registered no alcohol content. However, he refused a subsequent request to submit a urine test intended to detect the presence of chemical or controlled substances. Consequently, Woods was charged with refusal to submit to a BAL test.

Historical Context

This incident follows a previous DUI arrest in 2017. In that case, Woods was found asleep at the wheel of his running car, which had sustained damage to its bumpers and two flat tires. He later admitted to taking painkillers and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.