Scottie Scheffler live updates: World No 1 golfer arrested before PGA Championships round 2
Scottie Scheffler’s hopes of winning the PGA Championship were thrown into chaos on Friday morning when The Masters champion was arrested outside Valhalla Golf Club.
The American had been attempting to make his way to the course ahead of the start of the second round, but was stopped by police in attendance at a car accident nearby. Scheffler was placed in handcuffs and arrested, before being charged by the Louisville Metropolitan Department of Corrections. The second round was pushed back by an hour and 20 minutes due to the fatal accident, with Scheffler’s revised tee time 3.08pm BST.
The 27-year-old has now been released by police and has arrived at Valhalla in the hopes of continuing his pursuit of the year’s second major, with Scheffler arriving 53 minutes before his scheduled tee time. He recorded a four-under round of 67 to sit tied for 12th after round one, five shots behind leader Xander Schauffele, with Rory McIlroy also in early contention.
Follow all the action from the second round of the PGA Championship below.
Statement from Scheffler
The World No.1 has released a brief statement after this morning’s incidents:
“This morning, I was proceeding as directed by police officers. It was a very chaotic situation, understandably so considering the tragic accident that had occurred earlier, and there was a big misunderstanding of what I thought I was being asked to do. I never intended to disregard any of the instructions. I’m hopeful to put this to the side and focus on golf today.
“Of course, all of us involved in the tournament express our deepest sympathies to the family of the man who passed away in the earlier accident this morning. It truly puts everything in perspective.”
Ben Fleming17 May 2024 14:56
Scheffler facing four charges
Per multiple reports, Scheffler faces four charges after the alleged incident this morning:
-Second-degree assault of a police officer
-Third-degree criminal mischief
-Disregarding traffic signals from an officer
Ben Fleming17 May 2024 14:51
Scheffler on the range
It’s business as usual now for the World No.1 as he heads to the range. He now has around 25 minutes until his tee time.
Ben Fleming17 May 2024 14:44
PGA of America confirms death after fatal accident
The incident involving Scottie Scheffler arose because a traffic jam was caused following a collision between a member of the public and a shuttle bus.
Now, the PGA of America have confirmed that the person involved has tragically been killed.
A statement released moments ago said: “This morning we were devastated to learn that a worker with one of our vendors was tragically struck and killed by a shuttle bus outside Valhalla Golf Club.
“This is heart breaking to all of us involved with the PGA Championship. We extend our sincere condolences to their family and loved ones.”
Ben Fleming17 May 2024 14:41
Scottie Scheffler’s lawyer speaks to the press after the golfer’s arrest
Harry Latham-Coyle17 May 2024 14:33
Scottie Scheffler arrives at Valhalla
Scheffler has been released and has made his way to Valhalla, arriving 53 minutes before his revised tee time of 3.08pm BST. The start of the second round was delayed by an hour and 20 minutes due to the fatal car accident that occured in the early hours of this morning.
Ben Fleming17 May 2024 14:28
Scottie Scheffler arrested ahead of PGA Championship second round
Chaotic scenes at Valhalla this morning with Scottie Scheffler, one of the favourites for PGA Championship victory, arrested by Louisville Police just hours before the start of the second round. Here’s what we know:
Harry Latham-Coyle17 May 2024 14:24
Scottie Scheffler arrested amid PGA Championship
Follow all the latest updates from Valhalla Golf Club after the shock arrest of the Masters champion and world No 1 Scottie Scheffler.
Lawrence Ostlere17 May 2024 14:06
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