Child 'seriously injured' after falling from theme park ride
A child is in hospital following an incident at the event
It is still unclear what happened at Llandudno's Victorian Extravaganza
(Image: North Wales Live )
An investigation has been launched after a children's ride malfunctioned at a popular event in North Wales, leaving a child in hospital.
A girl has been hospitalised after an incident at Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza where the carriage of a rollercoaster ride detached from the tracks, causing her to "fall several meters from the air."
Local journalist Aaran Lennox said: "A children's 'ride on car' detached from the ride mid operation causing the car to fall several meters from the air whilst the child remained inside."
The child was taken to hospital following the incident with "serious injuries."
Chris Williams, Director of the Llandudno Community Events CIC, commented: "At the extravaganza on Saturday morning there was an incident involving a ride on Mostyn Street at approximately 10:15 AM, still being investigated by the operator.
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"The health and safety executive visited the extravaganza following the incident and permitted the operator of the ride to continue operating, however out of respect for the family involved the ride will not operate for the remainder of the event."
North Wales Live reports that he added: "The extravaganza team is in communication with the family and we wish them a speedy recovery."
The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza is a vibrant annual festival held during the May Day Bank Holiday weekend in Llandudno, North Wales.
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Established in 1986 by local leaders and heritage enthusiasts, the event hopes to boost tourism during a the typically quiet period between Easter and late May.
It has since evolved into a celebration of Victorian culture, attracting visitors from across the UK and beyond.
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