Port St. Lucie police are investigating a golf cart incident that resulted in a man’s death over the weekend.
Investigators said that on Saturday at around 5:20 p.m., a man fell from a moving golf cart and hit his head on the sidewalk at Southwest Astor Creek Parkway and Southwest Shinnecock Drive.
The preliminary investigation revealed that 62-year-old CM from Greensboro, GA, was driving the golf cart south on the sidewalk while her husband, 59-year-old DM, stood on the back. Police said he lost his grip, fell, and hit his head.
DM was taken to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, where he later died.
Police conducted a DUI investigation and arrested CM for driving under the influence. She was taken to the St. Lucie County Jail and later released on a $500 bond.
Investigators said that during the investigation, 37-year-old JM from Jupiter interfered and refused police instructions to move back, leading to his arrest for obstruction. He was also taken to the St. Lucie County Jail and later bonded out on a $500 bond.
Traffic homicide investigators and detectives said they are consulting with the State Attorney’s Office regarding potential additional charges against CM related to her husband’s death.
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Source: wptv
