Scottie Scheffler set to play Round 2 of PGA Championship after releasing statement on morning arrest
Scheffler was arrested by Kentucky’s Louisville Metro Police Department on Friday morning after attempting to drive into the entrance of Valhalla Golf Club.
Scheffler was charged with second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic.
Scheffler was released on his own recognizance and arrived at Valhalla at 9:12 a.m. ET.
Scottie Scheffler:
“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,” Scheffler said in a statement. “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.”
He should announce his prize money is going towards a lawsuit against the police and the city.