Golf Cart Struck on Highway 168, Driver Seriously Injured

Authorities say the golf cart was traveling without lights when it was hit from behind by a Mercedes.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 4:21am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car side mirror reflecting the faint glow of emergency lights, conceptually representing the aftermath of a highway collision involving a golf cart.The aftermath of a collision between a golf cart and a car on a dark highway exposes the fragility of slow-moving vehicles sharing the road.Fresno Today

A golf cart driver was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 168 in Fresno County, California on Wednesday night. Police say the golf cart was heading west on the highway around 8 p.m. without any lights on when a Mercedes hit it from behind, ejecting the rider. The injured driver was transported to the hospital with major injuries.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of operating golf carts or other slow-moving vehicles on highways, especially without proper lighting and safety equipment. It also raises questions about the driver's condition and whether any medical issues may have contributed to the crash.

The details

According to authorities, the golf cart was traveling westbound on Highway 168 around 8 p.m. without any lights when it was struck from behind by a Mercedes. The impact ejected the golf cart driver, who suffered major injuries and was transported to the hospital. Officials believe the golf cart driver may have been reported missing from Sanger earlier in the day, and that medical conditions may have played a role in the crash.

  • The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
  • The golf cart driver was reported missing from Sanger earlier that same day.

The players

Highway 168

A major highway in Fresno County, California.

Mercedes

The vehicle that struck the golf cart from behind.

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What’s next

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash and whether any charges will be filed against the Mercedes driver.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of following traffic laws and using proper safety equipment when operating any vehicle, even slower ones like golf carts, on public roads. It also raises concerns about the need for better education and enforcement around the use of non-standard vehicles on highways.