Juvenile Identified After Fatal Golf Cart Crash in Mooresville

A juvenile has been identified following a deadly golf cart crash involving several young individuals in Mooresville.

According to the Mooresville Police Department, officers responded around 5:14 p.m. on March 23, 2026, to the intersection of Swamp Rose Drive and Golden Star Lane after reports of a golf cart accident involving multiple juveniles.

Police say one of the juveniles suffered serious injuries and later died.

ATA Cheer Lake Norman confirmed the victim has been identified as Julia Rooney. The organization says she made a lasting impact on those around her.

“The mat will never feel the same without her,” the cheer organization shared on social media. “From her days as a youth athlete to her time as a senior, she always carried the same bright smile.”

An accident reconstruction team with the Mooresville Police Department responded to investigate the crash scene. Authorities have not released details about what led to the incident.

Neighbors in the area say the tragedy has shaken the community.

“It’s sad, man,” said neighbor Eddie Schenk. “You think of things happening in life. It’s one of those things no one expects to happen.”

Officials with Iredell-Statesville Schools say counselors and support resources are being made available to students and staff at Woodland Heights Middle School.

The incident remains under investigation. No further information has been released.