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NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Pinellas CountyAugust 24, 2026Pinellas

Tampa man charged with felony child abuse following altercation at Lansbrook Golf Club

A Tampa man faces a felony child abuse charge after allegedly causing a physical injury to a 15-year-old boy during a dispute over the pace of play at a golf course. The incident occurred on a Saturday morning at the Lansbrook Golf Club in Palm Harbor.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights a criminal legal proceeding involving an alleged assault on a minor at a local recreational facility.

Key Facts

  • A Tampa man was charged with felony child abuse.
  • The incident involved a 15-year-old victim.
  • The altercation occurred at the Lansbrook Golf Club in Palm Harbor, Florida.
  • The dispute was reportedly over 'slow play' on the golf course.
  • The incident took place on a Saturday shortly before 9 a.m.
  • The victim sustained a bloody nose during the encounter.

Who's Mentioned

personRhett Drummond“50-year-old suspect charged with felony child abuse”locationPinellas County“The jurisdiction where the arrest affidavit was filed.”organizationWFLA“The news organization reporting the incident.”locationPinellas County Jail“Facility where the suspect was booked”other15“Age of the victim”locationLansbrook Golf Club“Site of the incident in Palm Harbor, Florida”other50“Age of the suspect”