Speed caused the rollover car crash that left Tiger Woods seriously injured, Los Angeles County authorities said Wednesday.
The accident was also due to Woods’ “inability to negotiate the curve of the roadway,” Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said at a news conference.
Woods was driving at an estimated 84 to 87 mph before the Feb. 23 accident in Southern California, according to Villanueva. The car was moving at 75 mph when Woods struck a tree, the sheriff said.
Woods was speeding but the decision was made not to issue a citation. No one witnessed the crash and Woods did not receive any special treatment from police, Villanueva said. The golfing great showed no signs of impairment, he added.
Villanueva said last month that the cause of the crash had been determined and the investigation had concluded.
Woods’ team gave permission for the accident details to be released, Villanueva said Wednesday, adding that under California law, such reports are confidential unless the release is approved by those involved.
Woods, who sustained serious leg injuries in the crash, issued a statement Wednesday thanking the good Samaritans and first responders who rushed to the scene. He added, “I will continue to focus on my recovery and family, and thank everyone for the overwhelming support and encouragement I’ve received throughout this very difficult time.”
Woods has been recovering at his home in Florida.
Source-ABC
