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Tiger Woods had hydrocodone pills in pocket and bloodshot eyes at crash scene, sheriff's report says

Summary

Tiger Woods was involved in a car crash in Florida, where deputies found him with hydrocodone pills and observed signs of impairment, according to a sheriff's report. Woods, who has a history of injuries, was charged with driving under the influence and other offenses, and he is due in court on April 23.

Key Facts

  • Tiger Woods was in a car crash in Florida and had hydrocodone pills in his pocket.
  • Deputies noticed Woods had bloodshot eyes and dilated pupils.
  • Woods admitted to taking prescription medicine earlier that day.
  • He was traveling fast and clipped a truck, causing his vehicle to roll.
  • Neither Woods nor the truck driver was injured, though a truck had $5,000 in damage.
  • Woods showed signs of impairment during sobriety tests but passed a Breathalyzer test.
  • He was arrested for driving under the influence and released on bail.
  • Woods refused to take a urine test, which is now a misdemeanor in Florida.

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