Police Bodycam Footage Unveils Trump’s Remark Following Tiger’s Dramatic Crash
Martin County deputies released body camera video Thursday after a rollover crash in Florida. The footage shows Tiger Woods being detained and processed at the scene.
What the footage shows
The video captures Woods describing a distraction before impact. He said he looked down at his phone and then hit another vehicle’s trailer.
Officers administered field sobriety tests. They handcuffed Woods and took him into custody.
Evidence and medical history
Police found two hydrocodone pills on Woods. He told deputies he had taken several prescription medications earlier that day.
Woods reported a long surgical history. The arrest report noted seven back operations and more than 20 surgeries on his right leg.
Charges and legal status
Deputies arrested him on suspicion of driving under the influence. They also charged him for refusing a urinalysis test.
Woods has pleaded not guilty to the DUI charge. The case remains pending in Martin County.
Phone call and on-scene behavior
Additional vision obtained by Filmogaz.com shows Woods saying he had been on the phone with President Trump. The clip prompted wider attention to the encounter.
The police bodycam footage documents moments when officers noted erratic movement. At one point, Woods walked away from the cruiser and moved along a nearby walkway.
Officers described his coordination as inconsistent while preparing the sobriety exercises.
Woods’ response and golf implications
Woods announced he will step away from golf to seek treatment. Authorities allowed him to travel outside the United States for that purpose.
The PGA of America removed him as captain of the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup team. The Masters, PGA of America and PGA Tour issued public statements offering support for his decision to seek treatment.
Past injuries and recent competition
Woods suffered major injuries in a 2021 California crash. He returned to play at the 2022 Masters and finished 47th.
He has not played in a PGA Tour-level event since missing the cut at the 2024 British Open. Woods is a 50-year-old winner of 15 major titles and 82 PGA Tour events.
Police bodycam footage and investigation details continue to unfold. Legal proceedings and medical plans will determine the next steps.