In a sudden and tragic event, a 36‑year‑old father was revived by first responders after his 28‑year‑old son was struck by lightning during a golf tournament at Ballyowen Golf Club in Sussex County, New Jersey.
The incident occurred in July, when the father and son were competing in a local tournament. Lightning struck the 28‑year‑old son, who was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
Emergency personnel arrived quickly and were able to revive the father, who was immediately transported to a hospital for treatment.
The father, Scott Mariani, is 36 years old, and his son, Simon, was 28 at the time of the incident. Both were present at the tournament when the lightning strike occurred.
In response to the tragedy, Mariani has filed a lawsuit against the New Jersey golf course where his son was playing.
The lawsuit alleges that the course failed to take the safety of golfers into account during the tournament, and that course supervisors did not implement emergency protocols even though the weather conditions on the day indicated the possibility of lightning.
The weather on the day of the tournament suggested a potential for lightning, yet the course did not appear to have taken measures to mitigate the risk.
Ballyowen Golf Club has not yet responded to a request for comment regarding the lawsuit.
The case highlights the importance of safety protocols at sporting venues, especially during inclement weather, and may prompt a review of emergency procedures at similar facilities.
As the lawsuit proceeds, the community remains in mourning over the loss of a young life and the impact on the family involved.
Key Takeaways
- Father Scott Mariani sues Ballyowen Golf Club after son Simon died from lightning strike.
- Allegations include failure to implement safety protocols despite lightning risk.
- Course has not yet commented on the lawsuit.
The tragedy underscores the need for rigorous safety measures during sporting events and the potential legal consequences when those measures are not met.
