HORROR SPIN – Two People Injured After Rotating Fairground Ride Collapses

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This is the moment a fairground ride collapsed and injured two people as panicked crowds screamed and fled in terror.

The accident happened at the Badlapur fair in Jaunpur, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, on 14th August.

The popular 'Break Dance' ride suddenly gave way mid-spin as it was operating.

Video shows how seats drop down and the machine grinds to a halt while onlookers scream in shock.

A young man and a woman were injured when the ride broke apart.

Both victims were given first aid immediately and avoided major harm.

The video shows people rushing to pull them free as others scatter from the area.

Police officers arrived quickly after the collapse.

They shut down the ride for security reasons and restored order at the fairground.

The ride is remaining closed while officials carry out safety checks.

Footage of the incident has gone viral on social media where it has sparked fresh concerns about ride safety.

(Mike Leidig / newsX)


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Byline Journalist: Mike Leidig

Byline Sub editor: Simona Kitanovska

Byline Spotter: Aloysius Fernandes

Byline Commisioning Editor: Aloysius Fernandes

Byline Senior Writer: Mike Leidig

Byline Picture Editor: Zorica Stojkovik

Byline Video Editor: Aloysius Fernandes

Byline Copychecker: Marija Stojkoska

Byline Illustrator: Marija Stojkoska

Byline News Editor: Mike Leidig

Geography: Badlapur,_Jaunpur

Subject: Accidents, People

T4 Editor Story Rating: 6

T4 Editor Pic/Vid rating: 8

T4 Total rating: 7