2 airlifted after severe golf cart crash in Seven Lakes West

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Three adults were injured Thursday evening when the golf cart they were riding flipped along Longleaf Drive near Owens Circle in the Seven Lakes West community.

The crash happened just before 8 p.m. Troopers investigating the incident say the golf cart was traveling downhill when the driver lost control, causing the cart to overturn and land upside down. Speed was likely a factor, according to Troopers.

First responders said at least two of the occupants were pinned beneath the overturned cart. Both were airlifted to the hospital from a landing zone set up at the Seven Lakes Fire Station.

As a result, Seven Lakes Drive was temporarily closed near the fire station to allow two medical helicopters to land. Longleaf Drive was also shut down for a period while emergency crews worked to free the victims and clear the scene.

The third occupant of the golf cart was transported by ambulance to the hospital. The extent of the injuries has not been released.

Patrick Priest
Patrick Priest
A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.

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