Investigators Say Tiger Woods Was Speeding Right Before Crash

The transcript discusses a car accident involving Woods near Los Angeles, where the vehicle was speeding at 84 to 87 mph before hitting a tree at 75 mph, despite a 45 mph speed limit. Officials decided not to issue a citation due to lack of witnesses and the circumstances of the accident. The vehicle's data recorder showed 99% acceleration and no braking, suggesting a possible mistake in hitting the accelerator. Investigators did not check Woods' phone for distractions, as the primary cause was speed. Woods was not under the influence, and no substances were found. Legal procedures were followed, and Woods did not receive special treatment.

What was the estimated speed of Tiger Woods' vehicle when it first impacted?

• 100 mph

• 84 to 87 mph

• 60 mph

• 45 mph

Why was a citation not issued to Tiger Woods after the accident?

• There were no independent witnesses

• The vehicle was not damaged

• He was under the speed limit

• He was not injured

What did the vehicle's data recorder reveal about the use of the pedals during the accident?

• There was no data recorded

• There was 100% braking

• There was no braking and 99% acceleration

• There was 50% braking and 50% acceleration

Why did the police decide not to check Tiger Woods' phone?

• They found it unnecessary as it wouldn't change the cause of the collision

• The phone was damaged

• The phone was not found at the scene

• Woods refused to hand over his phone

What was the reason given for not conducting a field sobriety test on Woods?

• The test equipment was unavailable

• He was already proven sober

• He refused to take the test

• There was no probable cause due to his injuries