Tiger Woods stepping away from golf to 'seek treatment' following DUI arrest

Tiger Woods is stepping distant from play "to activity treatment" pursuing his DUI apprehension this past Friday successful Jupiter Island, Florida, pursuing a rollover crash. 

"I cognize and understand nan seriousness of nan business I find myself successful today," Woods said successful a connection posted connected societal media. "I americium stepping distant for a play of clip to activity curen and attraction connected my health. This is basal successful bid for maine to prioritize my well-being and activity toward lasting recovery. 

"I’m committed to taking nan clip needed to return successful a healthier, stronger, and much focused place, some personally and professionally. I admit your knowing and support, and inquire for privateness for my family, loved ones and myself astatine this time."

Woods’ connection comes aft entering a plea of not guilty, waiving his arraignment, and demanding a proceedings pinch a assemblage connected Tuesday.

This is simply a processing story. More to come. 

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