Crime & Safety
NJ Golfer Who Was Struck By Lightning Dies
The golfer was struck by lightning last Tuesday and has succumbed to his injuries.
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ — A golfer who was struck by lightning last week has died from his injuries.
Simon Mariani, 28, of Franklin Lakes, was struck by lightning on July 8 while golfing at Ballyowen Golf Course in Hamburg, Sussex County.
According to officials, Hardyston police officers responded to the golf course at around 2 p.m. after receiving a call that someone had been struck by lightning. Mariani was found lying down on the course grounds.
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Mariani was air-evacuated to Cooperman Barnabas Hospital and was pronounced dead on Monday.
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Mariani is remembered for loving the outdoors, including the beach, boating, fishing, hiking, golfing, and skiing, according to his obituary.
A funeral service will be held for Mariani on Friday in Franklin Lakes.
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