Unbelievable Meth-Infused Golf Cart Heist Lands Florida Duo in Jail

It's not every day you see someone making a grand getaway in a golf cart designed for leisurely strolls around the green. According to the Villages News,  Megan Nicole Blackmon, 34, of Fruitland Park, apparently thought it was a hole-in-one idea.

Now, you might be wondering why anyone would steal a golf cart. Well, it turns out that Megan Blackmon has quite the adventurous spirit. She's suspected of snatching a snazzy blue golf cart from the Freedom Pointe parking garage in The Villages back in 2021. Who needs a getaway car when you can have a getaway golf cart, right?

Oh, but it gets better. It's not like she embarked on this daring escapade alone. She had an accomplice in this golf cart caper. His name is David Robert Andrus, age 42. He had the distinct honor of being the lookout while Blackmon drove off with the prized cart. Andrus spilled the beans on their golf cart misadventure during an interview in 2022 when he was already in the clink for a different case. Master crime stuff here.

Andrus revealed that Blackmon was the mastermind of the sale of the stolen golf cart in Citrus County and received a bunch of meth and  $250 bucks. So, you could say she traded her golf cart for a golf cartload of trouble.

Surveillance footage from Freedom Pointe parking garage played a starring role in their downfall. It revealed that the owner had committed the ultimate golf cart sin... Leaving the keys in the ignition. Blackmon was initially chilling in the Marion County Jail on an unrelated theft charge, but her criminal escapades caught up with her. She was promptly transferred to the Bushnell jail.

So,this daring  theft will go down in criminal history as one of the most unusual heists ever attempted. Who knew golf carts could be such hot commodities?

The 9 Best Public Golf Courses in Southwest Florida. Fort Myers and Naples have some of the nicest golf courses in the country – the only problem is, to play these, you either need a rich friend who belongs at one of the courses, or you need to part ways with a couple hundred thousand to become a member yourself.

Don’t have either? You’re still in luck!   Southwest Florida has a litany of fun and challenging public courses open year-round to the average bloke. They may not offer the luxury amenities such as iced towels, golf carts outfitted with GPS and speakers, and Pro-V1 range balls, but the beers are just as cold and often times the cart girls are better looking!

I put these courses through a screening process and am basing this on certain criteria – first and foremost, they need to be open year-round for public play. After that, I judged them on: Layout (fun vs challenging), Condition and Amenities, Rates, Cart Girls (when applicable), and of course, the 19th hole. So, text your buddies, wash your balls, and tee up at these local favorites year round.  

These are The 9 Best Public Golf Courses in Southwest Florida

Don’t sleep on this muni – affordable rates and easy to score. I am listing this course for the golfers who like to have a good time playing. Pack a few beers, grab a transfusion at the turn, and swing away with no regard! Don’t come here if you’re bougie – but if you enjoy a good buzz and a good time without breaking the bank, San Carlos Golf Club is a great option. 

Eagle Ridge has great rates year round – even during season (October through May). Decent layout and can score if you’re playing well. The are several downsides though - you could easily get stuck behind several slow foursomes, the 19th hole is more reminiscent of a small deli, and if it rains for a few days make sure wear your mud boots as the drainage is poor.    

A hidden gem in Cape Coral. They don’t allow coolers, but not sure that has ever stopped anyone. Not the cheapest during season, but you can find good deals sometimes on golfnow.com  

River Hall is a little hike from Fort Myers or Naples, and that is probably why this course is still public, but if you can make it out there you won’t be disappointed. Great layout, nice amenities, and the course is usually in great shape.  

Once a top 50 Public Golf Course in the Country, Eastwood Golf Course is a staple if you grew up in Fort Myers. This course is one of two public courses owned and maintained by the City of Fort Myers. Next to a nature center and it’s not uncommon to see Bald Eagles, Alligators, and Snakes along the track.  

Shell Point is easily one of the most fun courses on the list. The different tee boxes can make this course very scorable or very challenging. It’s always in great shape, but the problem is…it’s a dry course. I can’t stress this enough – pack your own drinks, if you’re into that kind of thing.  

Old Corkscrew is actually the nicest course on this list, however, the price keeps it at #3. This Jack Nicholas layout and the greens will certainly challenge the best golfers, but will make you feel like a pro if you can shoot a low round. Just watch out for the alligators, seriously…. 

Pretty fun layout on this tract. Not always in the best shape but it’s affordable, fun, has great drinks (thanks to having Duffy’s at the turn), and can be quite challenging if the wind is blowing. A lot of water on this course – starting with the water range. Runner up for best 19th hole also! 

Sure, I’m a little biased because I grew up here and have played Fort Myers 1,000 times – but it never gets old. Some holes were actually redesigned a few years ago (5th Tee Box used to give slicers nightmares). This course has great rates, fun to play (several drivable par 4s), cart girls, and by far the best 19th hole in the area, The Edison! Always a fun time at “The Fort.”