Cassopolis, MI (July 6, 2025) – A juvenile was injured in a crash involving a golf cart and a pickup truck Saturday afternoon in Penn Township, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. The collision occurred as the golf cart attempted to turn from Shultz Ct onto Shore Acres Rd when it was struck by an eastbound pickup truck.
First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash. The juvenile driving the golf cart was transported by ambulance to South Bend Memorial Hospital for further treatment. A juvenile passenger in the golf cart was evaluated and released at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that both vehicles involved were operated by juveniles. The incident remains under investigation by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. No further information has been released about the condition of the injured or potential citations.
Our thoughts are with the young individual recovering from this incident.
Golf Cart and Off-Road Vehicle Crashes in Michigan
Crashes involving golf carts and off-road vehicles, like the incident in Cassopolis, are becoming more common in semi-rural communities where these vehicles are used for local travel. While often viewed as recreational or utility vehicles, golf carts are vulnerable in roadway collisions, particularly when involved with larger vehicles like pickup trucks.
According to the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning, off-road and low-speed vehicle crashes often lead to serious injuries due to limited protection and lack of traditional safety features like seat belts and airbags. Youth drivers may face added risks due to inexperience and a greater likelihood of misjudging turning gaps or speed.
In Saturday’s crash, the intersection of Shultz Ct and Shore Acres Rd served as the site of the impact, emphasizing the need for caution when entering or crossing main roads in recreational vehicles. These crashes can have lasting consequences for young drivers and their families.
To help prevent similar incidents, Michigan drivers are reminded to obey local traffic rules for non-standard vehicles, ensure all drivers are properly supervised, and avoid public roads when not legally permitted.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a vehicle crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.
