Tragedy at amusement park in India: mechanical attraction collapses
The Surajkund fair, in the town of Faridabad, India, experienced a scene of chaos and pain.
TL;DR
- A 'hammer' type amusement ride at the Surajkund fair in Faridabad, India, collapsed while in operation.
- The accident killed one person and injured at least 13 others.
- The victim was a police inspector who died while trying to evacuate people from the ride.
- The collapse has led to scrutiny of the fair's maintenance and safety inspection protocols.
- Authorities have suspended mechanical rides pending an investigation into permits and safety tests.