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BBC News
4 days ago
- BBC News
Coney Beach Pleasure Park incident leaves Porthcawl boy 'traumatised'
A father has described hearing a "horrific bang" and "loud screams" before rushing to help injured children, including his son, get off a derailed services confirmed 13 children received minor injuries during the incident on Coney Beach Pleasure Park's Wacky Worm ride, in Porthcawl, Bridgend county, on Wednesday. John Paul Baylis, 36, from Porthcawl, said a fun family day turned into "carnage" after the incident, adding his eight-year-old son Ethan had been "traumatised" and woke up crying on a statement, Coney Beach Pleasure Park said it was instructed by police to clear the site after the incident on a "third-party ride" not owned by the park. South Wales Police said officers were called to the amusement park at about 17:50 BST on Wednesday following an accident on one of the Baylis said he "climbed up on to the rollercoaster" to grab Ethan when he realised something had gone wrong."As soon as I passed him to another dad I went to another cart," he said."I could see blood. The kids' screams kept ringing, it was horrific."Mr Baylis said he had to intervene as some people were stuck in their carts."There was another girl two or three carts up. She couldn't get out so I helped her as well," he added. His son Ethan suffered a head injury and has some bruising on his head."He's traumatised bless him," said Mr Baylis."He woke up this morning crying but hopefully we can work on that going forward," he Baylis said he had also been affected by the experience."There was blood over the kids. The fear in their eyes is something that will stay with me," he said. In a statement, Coney Beach Pleasure Park said it was instructed by police to clear the site after the incident on a "third-party ride" not owned by the park apologised for the disruption and said on Wednesday it would provide refunds to affected customers as soon as possible.A Health and Safety Executive spokesperson said: "We are aware of this incident and are being supported by South Wales Police."Our inspectors are attending the site today (Thursday) to commence enquiries."
News.com.au
5 days ago
- News.com.au
13 children left injured after popular theme park ride suddenly ‘derails'
Thirteen children have been left injured after a ride at a popular seaside theme park reportedly derailed. Emergency services raced to Coney Beach Pleasure Park in Porthcawl, Wales, after witnesses reported seeing the Wacky Worm ride derail shortly before 6pm local time on Wednesday night. The ride – described as a 'small introductory roller coaster' – had a number of children on it when it derailed. In total, 13 children and one adult were injured in the derailment, South Wales Police said, with some requiring hospital treatment. Footage on social media shows adults helping countless children off the ride. Witnesses described seeing several thrillseekers, including children, left bloodied after the derailment. South Wales Police said: 'Officers were called to Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl, Bridgend at around 5:50pm this evening following an accident involving one of the rides. 'At this time we have confirmed that 13 children and one adult have sustained minor injuries. 'Some of these have required hospital treatment. 'The amusement park will remain closed tomorrow while officers and health and safety personnel carry out their investigation. 'Please continue to avoid the area to allow Emergency Services access.' 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. A statement added: 'Due to an incident on a third-party ride not owned by Coney Beach, we were instructed by the police to clear the site for further investigation. 'We apologise for the disruption and will be providing refunds to affected guests as soon as possible. We will be releasing instructions on refunds shortly. 'We thank you for your co-operation.'
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Horror as fairground ride suddenly ‘derails' at popular UK seaside theme park with cops warning ‘avoid the area'
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. 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. 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. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. 1
