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The Villages, FL (January 12, 2026) – A tragic collision involving a golf cart left two people dead and several others injured late Friday night in The Villages. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of County Road 109 and US 27/441, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Authorities say a 64-year-old man from Lady Lake was operating a golf cart westbound on County Road 109 when he reportedly ran a red light at the intersection. The golf cart was struck by a Kia Soul traveling south on US 27/441, driven by a 23-year-old woman from Eustis.
The impact caused the golf cart to overturn, coming to rest at the southwest corner of the intersection. Both the driver and his passenger, a 58-year-old woman from The Villages, were transported to a nearby hospital, where they later succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
The driver of the Kia and her 1-year-old child passenger were also transported to the hospital with minor injuries, troopers reported. The names of those involved have not been publicly released.
The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate this fatal crash. We extend our deepest condolences to the families affected and wish those recovering a full and speedy healing process.
