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Hillsborough man arrested for felony child abuse following golf course altercation
Rhett Drummond, 50, was arrested and charged with felony child abuse after allegedly assaulting a 15-year-old boy during a dispute over golf course play speed. The incident occurred at Lansbrook Golf Club and involved a golf cart collision followed by physical contact.
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A local resident faces a charge for an alleged physical altercation with a minor, which will now proceed through the Pinellas County criminal justice system.
Key Facts
- Rhett Drummond, 50, was arrested on a felony charge of child abuse.
- The incident involved a 15-year-old boy at Lansbrook Golf Club.
- The dispute originated from an argument regarding the speed of play on the golf course.
- Drummond allegedly crashed his golf cart into the teen's golf cart.
- Drummond is accused of grabbing the teen by the shirt and pulling him from the cart.
- The teen sustained a bloody nose and redness around his neck.
- Drummond admitted to his involvement in the altercation to deputies.
- The victim and his mother have expressed their intent to pursue criminal charges.
Who's Mentioned
other15“Age of the victim involved in the incident.”organizationPinellas County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and arrest.”locationLansbrook Golf Club“The location where the alleged altercation took place.”other50“Age of the suspect, Rhett Drummond.”personRhett Drummond“The individual arrested and charged with felony child abuse.”