On July 1, 2024, at approximately 8:58 p.m. in Newburg, Md, local fire and rescue personnel responded to a golf cart crash on Windermere Lane near Emerald Lane. The caller reported that they had flipped the golf cart, resulting in injuries to three individuals. Upon arrival, crews found the overturned golf cart with multiple injured occupants who were conscious. EMS evaluated two teenagers and one adult at the scene. A 13-year-old girl, a 16-year-old girl, and a 35-year-old woman were transported to UM Charles Regional Medical Center for treatment.
Police are continuing to investigate the crash and plan to provide details as they become available. This incident follows a similar crash on June 1, 2024, in St. Mary’s County, which left a 3-year-old and a man injured and required them to be flown out for medical care.
Authorities urge the public to exercise safety precautions when operating a golf cart. According to statistics, approximately 15,000 people are injured yearly in golf cart-related accidents. This translates to roughly 1,250 injuries per month and over 288 per week, highlighting the importance of caution when using these vehicles.
