Tiger Woods to Pursue Treatment Following Florida DUI Arrest
Tim Stelloh, a breaking news reporter for NBC News Digital, reported on Tiger Woods’ recent incident. The golfer, 50, announced Tuesday that he is taking a step back to seek treatment after being charged with driving under the influence following a rollover in Florida.
“This is necessary to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery,” Woods said in a social media statement hours after he pleaded not guilty. “I’m committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally.”
Authorities detailed that Woods collided with a trailer on Friday afternoon as a truck was turning into a driveway. The truck driver reported observing Woods traveling “at high speeds” before the collision. According to the incident report, Woods attempted to swerve but still struck the trailer. He exited his vehicle through a window and was apprehended at the scene.
The report noted signs of impairment and the presence of opioid pain pills in his pocket. Woods informed deputies he had taken the medication that morning. During the arrest, he submitted to a breath test at the jail but refused a urine test. He also stated he had looked down at his cellphone and didn’t realize the truck had slowed.
This incident follows his 2017 DUI arrest, where he
