Tiger Woods
Looking for Remedy After DUI Arrest
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Tiger Woods simply broke his silence following his DUI arrest … saying he’s in search of therapy.
“I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today,” the 50-year-old golf famous person stated on X minutes in the past.
“I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.”
“I’m committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”
As we beforehand reported, Tiger entered a not responsible plea earlier Tuesday … as he faces DUI with property injury and refusal to undergo a take a look at fees.
The rollover crash that led to his arrest went down round 2 PM in Florida on Friday … with Tiger claiming he was targeted on his telephone and radio earlier than realizing the pickup truck in entrance of him had slowed down.
Deputies stated Tiger confirmed “severe signs of impairment” after the accident — claiming he was sweaty, appeared torpid, and had bloodshot and glassy eyes.
They stated he additionally had two free hydrocodone capsules — used for extreme ache — in his pocket.
Whereas he blew “triple zero” on the breathalyzer, he refused a urine pattern.
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This is not the primary time Tiger has opened up on getting assist — he vowed to fight his prescription capsule habit following his 2017 DUI, which he stated was resulting from an surprising response to medicine — not alcohol.
Earlier than the accident and arrest, there was hypothesis Tiger might return to the course for the Masters subsequent month after competing in a TGL occasion final week.
Now … it is protected to say he is out.
