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Ferris Wheel Horror: Woman's Scalp Torn Off
13 Sep
Summary
- Woman's hair became entangled in a ferris wheel bearing.
- A significant portion of her scalp was torn off by the ride.
- The incident occurred during a fair in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district.
A shocking accident occurred at a fair in Yavatmal, Maharashtra, during the 'Tanha Pola' festival. A 25-year-old woman, Bali Maroti Talikote, suffered a severe injury when her hair became entangled in the bearing of a ferris wheel.
As the ride spun rapidly, her hair was violently pulled, tearing away a significant portion of her scalp. Her screams alerted horrified fairgoers, leading to panic. Police personnel on-site, with the help of locals, swiftly stopped the ride, ensuring the woman's safe removal.
She was immediately transported to a hospital for treatment. The incident has sparked serious concerns about the safety standards of amusement rides at such public gatherings.