New Police Footage Reveals Second Item in Tiger Woods' Pocket During DUI Arrest
Recently released body camera footage from Tiger Woods' DUI arrest on Jupiter Island last Friday has provided additional insights into the incident, including the discovery of a second item in his pocket. The footage, along with the arrest affidavit, details that officers observed Woods "sweating profusely" and displaying signs of lethargy, with bloodshot and glassy eyes, dilated pupils, and persistent hiccups during questioning.
Details from the Arrest and Investigation
According to the report, Woods was found carrying two hydrocodone pills in his left pocket. This finding is particularly significant as hydrocodone, an opioid painkiller, was also detected in his system during a previous DUI arrest in Florida in 2017. Woods informed deputies that he takes "a few" prescription medications and confirmed he had taken them on the morning of the collision, which occurred just after 1 p.m. ET.
He passed a breathalyser test, showing no alcohol in his system, but declined a urine test. This refusal led to one of the charges against him, alongside DUI with property damage. His attorney, Douglas Duncan, has entered a written plea of not guilty to both charges, with a jury trial requested and a court hearing scheduled for April 23.
Additional Items Seized and Crash Explanation
In addition to the hydrocodone tablets, officers seized a packet of TGRT Focus pouches during their search. This nicotine-free product is marketed for cognitive enhancement and mental performance and contains no controlled substances. The brand describes its pouch system as providing targeted support for energy, electrolytes, focus, recovery, and sleep, with the focus variant specifically formulated for cognitive enhancement rather than medicinal purposes.
Woods offered a brief explanation for the crash, stating, "I looked down at my phone and boom." During the 17-minute journey in the law enforcement vehicle, he appeared to fall asleep. The footage also captured Woods kneeling at the roadside, appearing composed and cooperative, and his stunned response when handcuffed: "Are you arresting me?"
Legal and Health Developments
A judge has approved a request from Woods' legal team to permit him to leave the USA for treatment at an undisclosed overseas facility. Court documents cited his "complex clinical presentation" and the need for care that cannot be safely delivered domestically due to privacy concerns. The facility is expected to provide continuous monitoring in a "highly controlled environment."
In a statement on Tuesday, Woods announced he would be stepping away "for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health," calling the decision "necessary" to prioritise his well-being. This development adds another layer to the ongoing investigation and public scrutiny surrounding the case.
