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Mexico Ride Mishap: Woman Dangles, Rescued by Bystander
7 Apr
Summary
- A woman dangled precariously from a carnival ride in Mexico.
- Bystanders rushed to catch her as the ride malfunctioned and flipped.
- Four other riders sustained injuries, none critical, in the incident.
A woman in Ometepec, Mexico, experienced a harrowing ordeal on April 2 when she slipped from a carnival ride known as 'The Hammer.' Terrifying footage captured the moment she dangled, nearly falling to the ground as the ride swung uncontrollably.
Three men heroically rushed to her aid, catching her as the ride flipped. While she was visibly shaken, she was able to walk away unharmed. The incident, described by authorities as a malfunction, also resulted in injuries to four other riders. Two were taken to a medical center, and two were treated at the scene, with all reported to be in stable condition.
Witnesses suggest a child may have inadvertently activated the ride during operator preparations, with the child and parents now sought by police. The Guerrero Internal Risk Management and Civil Protection Secretariat confirmed the carnival rides had proper permits and insurance. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause and ensure future safety measures.
