Emergency services are in attendance at a funfair in Porthcawl, south Wales, following reports of injuries and a ride derailing. It is believed that the incident involved over a dozen children.
Police have urged people to avoid the area after one adult and 13 children suffered minor injuries, with some requiring hospital treatment.
Coney Beach Amusement Park said the incident involved a “third-party ride not owned by Coney Beach”.
On Wednesday evening, South Wales Police said:
“Officers and other emergency services were in attendance at Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl, Bridgend following an accident involving one of the rides at 5.50pm.
“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 avoid the area to allow emergency services access.”
In a statement on social media, Coney Beach Amusement Park said:
“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.”
[Lead image: Gemma Stanish]
