December 31st 2024.
On a day meant to celebrate the start of a new year, a joyful gathering at an arcade in Peabody, Massachusetts turned into a chaotic scene when a Lego display unexpectedly fell on a group of spectators. The incident, which occurred on New Year's Eve, left 10 people injured and caused quite a commotion.
According to reports, the employees at In the Game on Lowell Street were conducting a test for their ball drop event when the display suddenly toppled over. The display, which was about 12 feet tall, had been decorated with balloons that may have caused it to become unstable. As a result, it fell onto the unsuspecting guests below.
The fire chief of Peabody shared with NBC10 Boston that all 10 individuals who were injured suffered minor injuries. Eight of them were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, while two chose not to be transported. It is unclear at this time if any of the injured were children. The event had been advertised as a family-friendly occasion, so it is possible that there were children in attendance.
In the aftermath of the incident, many are left wondering how such a mishap could have occurred at an event meant to bring people together in celebration. The arcade and its employees are sure to face questions and scrutiny, but for now, the focus remains on the well-being of those who were injured.
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