A WOMAN is fighting for her life after a fairground ride malfunctioned at Lambeth Country Show yesterday.
The fairgoer, in her 40s, is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after the horror unfolded in south London at around 6.20pm.
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A man in his 40s is also receiving treatment for potentially life-changing injuries.
A police spokesperson said: “Emergency services responded at around 6.20pm on Saturday June 8 to a fairground ride having failed at the Lambeth Country Show in Brockwell Park.
“Four people have been taken to hospital. Following a full assessment by medics, a woman in her 40s remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries.
“A man in his 40s, is also receiving ongoing treatment for potentially life-changing injuries.
“The man in his 50s and the 11-year-old girl have both been discharged from hospital.
“Officers have attended the scene today alongside the Health and Safety Executive as inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances.”
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