October 29th 2024.
The next event on the fairground was nothing like anyone could have expected. The excitement of the day turned into a terrifying nightmare for ten thrillseekers. Six of them were left in a critical condition, fighting for their lives, after two cars detached from a pendulum ride. It was a shocking scene for all the witnesses present at the travelling funfair in La Aurora, Daule Canton, Ecuador.
As the ride was in full swing, two cars suddenly came loose from the main structure. One of the cars flew off and landed several feet away, with the passengers still strapped in their seats. The other car crashed to the ground on the opposite side, causing visible blood splatters on its gondolas. The whole incident was captured on video, showing the cars flying off the mechanical arm and smashing to the ground while the onlookers screamed in horror.
According to Lieutenant Colonel Ricardo Armas, a police spokesperson, the unexpected detachment of the mechanical arm caused the cars to break loose. In response, officers closed down the travelling fair and cordoned off the faulty ride. The equipment will be kept on site for further investigation. The Fire Department chief, Moisés Cano, reported that six of the victims suffered fractures and head trauma and are currently in intensive care. The organisers have promised to cover all their medical bills.
Stalin Quiñónez, an official from the Risk Management department, confirmed that the attraction had all the necessary permits and was working perfectly before the collapse. He also stated that the organisers have assured them of covering all the medical expenses for the injured victims. The Public Prosecutor's Office is currently investigating the incident, trying to determine the cause of the collapse.
It was a tragic and unfortunate event that has left many shaken and injured. As the investigation continues, the thoughts and prayers of the community are with the victims and their families. The safety of all fairground rides must be a top priority to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
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