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Tiger Woods -- Bloodless Clues

Tiger WoodsTiger Woods did not bleed in the vehicle he crashed Friday morning -- not a single drop -- according to law enforcement sources.

Cops from the Windermere PD, who first responded on scene, observed Tiger's lower lip split open and we're told he had other marks as well. But TMZ sources say there was absolutely no blood in the SUV.

What's more -- we've learned Tiger's wife, Elin Nordegren, told Windermere cops she smashed the back passenger window with the golf club, then unlocked the driver's door and dragged Tiger out. Yet there were no traces of blood.

This has created even more suspicion with law enforcement ... that Tiger's wounds may have not been the result of SUV meets fire hydrant.

We're told the Florida Highway Patrol has been frustrated by attempts to secure video of the accident. Even though we know there were surveillance cameras on Tiger's property, his lawyer isn't making video available. The people who manage the gated community have said they have no video of the crash.

As we first reported, the FHP sent troopers to the hospital where Tiger was treated yesterday in an attempt to secure medical records, which could unlock the mystery of how Tiger was injured. We're told, so far no luck. Although an FHP spokesperson has said the department has not asked for a search warrant to obtain medical records, we know they are pursuing that route.

As for what charges could be filed -- there are two possibilities on the table. The main focus now is Tiger's injuries. If the injuries have the markers of a domestic dispute, we're told Tiger's wife would almost certainly be arrested.

As for Tiger, troopers are looking at whether he was driving under the influence. As we have already reported, the paramedics on the scene saw that Tiger was unresponsive and asked Elin if he was taking any meds. She went inside, retrieved two prescription bottles and gave them to paramedics. Elin said she did not know when Tiger had last taken the meds. We already reported Tiger had told a friend he was taking prescription pain meds.

tiger woods crash sceneBut in Florida, it's almost impossible to charge someone with DUI unless someone actually sees the suspect behind the wheel, driving the vehicle. No one has come forward saying they saw Tiger driving.



Tags: blood, domestic dispute, domestic violence, DomesticDispute, DomesticViolence, elin nordegren, ElinNordegren, fhp, florida, florida highway patrol, FloridaHighwayPatrol, injuries, suv, tiger woods, TigerWoods, windermere police department, WindermerePoliceDepartment

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1. who cares. can you show more paps being beat up?

Posted at 9:25AM on Dec 1st 2009 by matt

2. This story isn't over yet? Please move on!

Posted at 9:27AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Krishelle

3. Good reporting, TMZ. Keep up the good work. It's clear that mainstream media reporters, like the Washington Post's Howard Kurtz, are envious that you are ahead of the pack.

I would be curious to know how much increase in traffic TMZ has seen since the Woods story broke?

Posted at 9:29AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Victoria

4. well, well, I think it is time to wife this lady arrested...I always say id someone is beating you up-physically- it is a danger your self, kids and future.
Why does it matter to the police:
The Police has the duty to protect its citizens, Tiger is a resident, thus should be protected from that person.
We all pay for emergency services, police department, therein, if Tiger gets beat up again, our taxes goes to him, again, and again...

Posted at 9:32AM on Dec 1st 2009 by johnnie walker

5. I believe Elin Nordegren is Black Mailing Tiger, I think it goes
something like this. If Tiger lets Elin get Prosecuted for the wounds
from the Golf Clubs, She will sue him for everything he has in a
Divorce. I would take the chances in the Divorce and put this crazy
woman behind bars.

Posted at 9:30AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Homie1Kanobe

6. To everyone who says the Woods family should be left alone: Law enforcement agencies must investigate any situation where there is a possibility of domestic violence. Officers are encouraged to error to the side of excess investigation, since such cases sometimes end up in a law suit against the cops if the cops can be perceived as failing to provide sufficient protection to the possible victim.

Also, Lanny Davis, who wrote a book re. crisis management in the public eye, gave this advice:

1. Tell all the details.
2. Tell them soon.
3. Tell them yourself.

Unfortunately, until Tiger does this, the rumors will continue to spin out of control. Nobody envies Tiger's position.

Posted at 9:31AM on Dec 1st 2009 by El Bobbo

7. what message does this send to our childre,there hero,s can ignore the questions of the police,tennis players can shout the f world at their games,everybody does and acts as they want to,why don,t we remove all stops signs down,all over and anything that has to do with rules,only of course if you have money

Posted at 6:28PM on Dec 1st 2009 by ann stu

8. Please stop this line of accusations. Leave Tiger and his family alone, please. We are happy with who he is. He has not hurt anyone.

Please stop trying to destroy this man. Let us have our hero.

Posted at 9:32AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Gin

9. He shoulda KNOCKED THAT BLOND BITCH OUT!!!!

Ni@roes, DON'T BE SCARED to Bust a Bitch's Lip if she tries to "club" you in the head!!!1

Tiger needs to learn that Ho some respect!!!!

If he Snipped them Credit cards, she'd show some Respect...!
Next time, don't run from that Big Viking Bitch....Bust her lip!!!
then she'll be running from you!

Posted at 9:33AM on Dec 1st 2009 by O.J.

10. Seriously? Who cares ? This is their business. So what if his wife slapped him or whatever ? That's completely wrong if it did happen, but....Do the police really think he's in physical danger? No. They are simply digging around because he's a celebrity. This happened in his own damn driveway, not a highway or other public street. It's like they won't be happy until they defame either his wife or him. Leave it be !!!!

Posted at 9:34AM on Dec 1st 2009 by coolfreaknbeans

11. What TMZ you could not find a picture of Tiger with his eyes open? Why why why?

Also, how can his wife be arrested if Tiger does not press charges let alone admit she hit/scratched him?

Posted at 9:35AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Captain Obvious

12. this is just so ghetto fabulous.....

Posted at 9:35AM on Dec 1st 2009 by michaelacarterallen

13. ...BADDADDY...

Posted at 9:35AM on Dec 1st 2009 by michaelacarterallen

14. The Tigress is always more vicious then the Tiger.

Posted at 9:34AM on Dec 1st 2009 by Grrreat!

15. You mean nobody said they saw Tiger driving except Elin. She puts him behind the wheel. I guarantee these two things are true. Tiger has a prescription med problem and Elin hit him in the face with a golf club.

Posted at 9:41AM on Dec 1st 2009 by doug b

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