Authorities in Florida are on the hunt for a group of teenagers who turned a late-night escapade into a costly act of vandalism, leaving a local golf course marred with deep tire tracks and extensive property damage.
The incident unfolded around 7:17 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the Weston Hills Golf Course, as reported by the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO).
Upon receiving reports of suspicious activities, deputies arrived to find the course’s greens significantly damaged. A witness informed them that a group of young individuals had been joyriding on motorized bikes and a golf cart across the course.
Local authorities released a video that purportedly captures the teenagers navigating the golf course with little regard for the property, which officials estimate will require thousands of dollars to restore.
The video, taken by a bystander, shows several teens engaging in what the police describe as criminal mischief. At least four teenagers are observed riding motorized bikes on the course, with others piloting a golf cart across the green. (Broward Sheriff’s Office)
The witness reported that the teens were seen accelerating and then abruptly stopping, causing their vehicles to skid and leave noticeable marks on the greens.
At least four teens are seen riding the motorized bikes across the course, while several others are seen driving a golf cart directly on the greens, an area strictly off-limits due to the risk of damage.
Authorities said the behavior caused approximately $3,000 in damage, based on an initial assessment by golf course staff.
The Weston Hills Golf Course, a well-known facility in the area, features two 18-hole championship courses and covers over 300 acres of land.
Detectives with the Broward Sheriff’s Office Weston District are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate a group of juveniles responsible for thousands of dollars in damages at a Weston golf course. (Broward Sheriff’s Office)
The sheriff’s department has classified the incident as criminal mischief and is working to identify those involved.
Officials have not released descriptions of the juveniles but say the video evidence may help generate leads.
At approximately 7:17 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, BSO deputies responded to reports of a group of juveniles riding motorized bikes and a golf cart at the Weston Hills Golf Course located at 2600 Country Club Way. On scene, deputies met with a witness who told police that the teens were seen stopping abruptly and skidding across the greens. (Broward Sheriff’s Office)
Anyone with information about the identities of the juveniles is urged to contact BSO Weston District Detective Maria Ropain at 954-626-4005. Tips can also be submitted through the SaferWatch app.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477), visit browardcrimestoppers.org, or dial **TIPS (8477) from any cellphone in the United States.
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