Video Catches Terrifying Moment Amusement Park Ride Falls Apart Killing 2 and Injuring 29

Video Catches Terrifying Moment Amusement Park Ride Falls Apart Killing 2 and Injuring 29

A swinging, circular pendulum ride in western India has killed two and left dozens more in critical condition after breaking apart mid-air earlier this week.

July 18, 2019
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A swinging, circular pendulum ride in western India has killed two and left dozens more critically injured after breaking apart mid-air earlier this week.
The shocking accident, which was caught on video, took place at Kankaria Adventure Park in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on July 14.
 
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In the video, the ride, which was called “Discovery,” can be seen functioning normally as it begins. 
Seconds later, however, its main pendulum arm breaks mid-air, dropping patrons to the ground.
 
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According to Ahmedabad Mayor Bijal Patel, the unfortunate event left two dead and 29 critically injured. It’s unclear if all 32 seats of the ride were occupied at the time.
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Meanwhile, Ahmedabad Municipal Commissioner Vijay Nehra announced that a criminal investigation is underway.
So far, six people — including the managing director of the company running the theme park — have been charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder, NDTV reported.
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