The pedestrian struck and killed by a bus outside the PGA Championship has been identified.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg named him after local man John Mills, a worker for one of the vendors at the golf tournament.
“This morning, our city experienced a tragic accident that took the life of John Mills, a Louisville resident who will be greatly missed by his family and our community,” he said.
‘Our attention is focused on this family who lost their loved one. I have spoken with members of Mr. Mills’ family to convey our city’s condolences.
Mills was attempting to cross Shelbyville Road at approximately 5 a.m. when he was struck in a bus lane, before being pronounced dead at the scene.
“This morning we were devastated to learn that a worker for one of our suppliers was tragically struck and killed by a bus outside Valhalla Golf Club,” the PGA of America said in a statement.
‘This is heartbreaking for everyone involved in the PGA Championship. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. ‘
The second round of the PGA Championship was delayed Friday due to a fatal accident near Valhalla Golf Club
In a turbulent start to the second day in Kentucky, world number one golfer Scottie Scheffler (pictured) was detained in handcuffs following a notable misunderstanding following the accident.
The PGA Championship began Thursday at Valhalla Golf Club (pictured)
The game finally began at 8:35 a.m., an hour and 20 minutes later than scheduled, and all spectator gates opened at 8 a.m. in Kentucky.
In a turbulent start to the second day at Valhalla, world number one Scottie Scheffler was also detained in handcuffs by police outside the club after a notable misunderstanding on Friday morning.
In notable footage, which has gone viral on social media, Scheffler is seen being led to a police car after attempting to enter Valhalla ahead of his second round at the PGA Championship.
With police and first responders still at the scene of the fatal crash, the entrances to the club were blocked by a traffic cordon and dozens of police cars, before Scheffler attempted to get around them to get inside.
The 27-year-old, who became a father for the first time earlier this month, was not involved in the accident but soon found himself on the wrong side of authorities when officers reportedly asked him to stop. your vehicle.
As he continued driving for another 10 to 20 meters, a police officer desperately tried to join Scheffler’s vehicle before it stopped and stopped as it turned into the entrance to Valhalla.
As the golfer was being led away, ESPN reporter Jeff Darlington, who filmed the incident, attempted to get the officers’ attention. They warned him: ‘Back off or you’ll go to jail too!’
A huge traffic jam after the fatal accident led to Scheffler being detained by police.
Shocking footage shows the world’s number one golfer being led to a police car after passing a traffic cordon while trying to reach Valhalla.
Scheffler enjoyed a strong first round on Thursday, going 4-under at Kentucky.
“He’s going to jail right now,” another officer said. ‘He’s going to jail and there’s nothing you can do about it. Period.’
‘Could you help me?’ In the stunning clip, Scheffler can be heard panicking as he is led away in handcuffs.
Scheffler was later jailed and a mugshot released through the Louisville Department of Corrections. He reportedly faces the following charges, according to Wave3:
- Second-degree assault on a police officer, which is a felony
- Criminal mischief in the third degree
- Ignoring traffic signals from an officer directing traffic
Players receive courtesy cars, and according to ESPN, another player arrived in Valhalla around 5:45 a.m. before attempting to go around the cordon, just as Scheffler did.
When officers saw the marks on his car, they waved him through without incident.
Scheffler is tied for 12th after finishing his first round at four under par. As is typical for players in a major championship, Scheffler arrived at Valhalla about three hours early.