Hydrocodone: Tiger Woods Arrested with During DUI Incident

“I take a few,” stated Tiger Woods when questioned about his prescription medication during a recent DUI arrest in Florida. This incident has once again thrust the golf icon into the spotlight, raising concerns about his health and driving capabilities.

On March 31, 2026, Woods was involved in a crash that resulted in charges of driving under the influence, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful urinalysis test. During the incident, two hydrocodone pills were found in his pocket, a detail that has drawn significant media attention.

Witnesses reported that Woods’ eyes were bloodshot and glassy, with extremely dilated pupils, indicating possible impairment. A deputy involved in the case noted, “Based on my observations of Woods, how he performed the exercises and based on my training, knowledge, and experience, I believed that Woods’ normal faculties were impaired, and he was unable to safely operate the motor vehicle.” This statement underscores the severity of the situation.

What observers say

Woods reportedly stated that he was driving from his residence in Jupiter, Florida, and did not realize the vehicle in front of him had slowed because he was looking down at his cellphone. This admission raises questions about his attentiveness while driving, especially given his history of health issues, including seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg.

The crash involved Woods’ black Range Rover and a Ford F-150 truck, with the truck driver reporting $5,000 in damages due to the incident. Despite the serious nature of the charges, Woods agreed to a Breathalyzer test that showed no signs of alcohol in his system, although he refused a urine test during the investigation.

Woods has entered a not guilty plea in his DUI case, with an arraignment scheduled for April 23, 2026. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact substances in his system at the time of the crash, leaving many questions unanswered about his condition during the incident.

This arrest marks a troubling chapter in Woods’ ongoing battle with addiction and health challenges, reminiscent of his previous DUI arrest in May 2017, where hydrocodone was also found in his system. As the legal proceedings unfold, the public will be watching closely to see how this situation develops and what it means for Woods’ future both on and off the golf course.