A pedestrian was struck and killed by a shuttle bus outside Valhalla Golf Club Friday morning ahead of the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship.
According to a Louisville Metro Police spokesperson, the accident occurred around 5 a.m in the 1500 block of Shelbyville Road. A shuttle bus was travelling eastbound in a lane that is dedicated to buses. The victim died at the scene, according to police.
The accident caused the PGA of America to delay the start of the second round by 1 hour and 20 minutes. Play began at 8:35 a.m.
At 1:45 p.m. ET, the PGA of America released this statement identifying the accident victim as John Mills:
“Our primary concern today remains with the family of John Mills, who lost his life in a tragic accident early this morning while reporting to work. As it relates to the incident involving Scottie Scheffler, we are fully cooperating as local authorities review what took place. While the legal process plays out, questions should be directed to Scheffler’s attorney or local authorities.”
The accident caused traffic to be backed up around Valhalla. Subsequently, Scottie Scheffler, in an attempt to get to the golf course for his second round tee time was involved in an incident with Louisville police that resulted in the World No. 1 golfer being arrested and charged with second degree assault of an officer among four counts.
On Thursday a similar accident happened at the same spot, with a shuttle bus and SUV crash snarling traffic and causing transportation delays to fans.
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