A FAIRGROUND ride at a popular seaside theme park has reportedly derailed.
Emergency services raced to Coney Beach Pleasure Park in Porthcawl, Wales, this evening after witness reported seeing the Wacky Worm ride derail shortly before 6pm.
WNSPictures appear to show adults helping children off the ride after it ‘derailed’[/caption]
WNSThere have been some reports of injuries amongst the riders[/caption]
WNSOne of the cars on the ride appeared to be suspended in the air, off the tracks[/caption]
It is understood the ride – described as a “small introductory roller coaster” – had children on it when it derailed.
Footage on social media appears to show adults helping countless children off the ride.
The public have been advised by police to avoid the area.
South Wales Police said in a statement: “Officers and other emergency services are in attendance at Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl, Bridgend, following an accident involving one of the rides.
“Please avoid the area to allow emergency services access.
“More updates will be made available when appropriate.”
In a statement, Coney Beach Pleasure Park said it was instructed by police to clear the site after an incident on a “third-party ride” not owned by the park.
It apologised for the disruption and said it will provide refunds to affected customers as soon as possible.
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AlamyThe cause of the reported derailment is not yet known[/caption] Published: [#item_custom_pubDate]
