Florida Golfer Arrested for Assault Over Slow Play in Kissimmee

Jason Hughes was arrested in Kissimmee, Florida, after a violent altercation on a golf course where he attacked a fellow golfer for playing too slowly. Hughes repeatedly urged the victim to speed up, but when the victim slowed down to chat on the green, Hughes lost his temper and punched him multiple times in the face, resulting in a broken orbital bone and other injuries. The fight was broken up by both players' partners, but Hughes fled the scene before police arrived. Authorities identified Hughes through security footage and the credit card he used to reserve his tee time, leading to his arrest and charges of aggravated battery causing bodily harm. He was released on a $2,500 bond with the condition that he is banned from playing golf on any public courses. The incident highlights tensions around slow play on golf courses and the serious consequences of aggressive behavior.