PGA Championship contender Scottie Scheffler found himself in an unexpected predicament on Friday morning as he attempted to enter Valhalla Golf Club for the second round.
Advertisement
The golfer, described as “very stunned,” pleaded for assistance as he was handcuffed and detained by police.
The incident, captured on video by ESPN’s Jeff Darlington, showed Scheffler walking alongside two officers while expressing his distress.
He appealed to Darlington for help, while an officer informed the reporter that Scheffler was being taken into custody.
Advertisement
Photo via Fox News
Scheffler stands accused of assaulting a police officer after an altercation outside the golf club. Reports suggest that he resisted police instructions, resulting in a confrontation where an officer was injured.
According to accounts, Scheffler attempted to drive into the club despite police attempts to stop him, leading to a physical struggle. The officer reportedly suffered injuries to his wrist and knee during the altercation.
Following the incident, Scheffler was arrested, booked into jail, and a mugshot was released by the authorities. This unexpected turn of events adds a dramatic twist to Scheffler’s return to the circuit after celebrating the birth of his first child.
Leave a Reply