A visitor sustained serious injuries while riding a Batman-themed roller coaster at Parque Warner Madrid, Spain, on Saturday. The ride left the 49-year-old with fractures in both legs, according to local reports.
Incident Details
The accident occurred on the Batman: Gotham City Escape roller coaster. The park announced the incident in a social media post, stating that the ride opened in 2023 as Spain’s first multi-launch roller coaster. It features high-speed launches and four inversions, which briefly suspend riders upside down.
The injured rider reportedly suffered an open fracture in the left leg and a closed fracture in the right leg, as reported by Europa Press, citing emergency officials.
Immediate Response
Park officials halted the ride immediately and activated emergency procedures. **Parque Warner** stated that emergency medical services attended to the injured individual promptly. Emergency responders then airlifted the rider to a nearby hospital.
Witness Account
Another visitor, Juan José Molina, recounted the panic among parkgoers. He noted the presence of crying and anxiety among some individuals in the aftermath of the incident.
Next Steps
Parque Warner confirmed that the roller coaster would remain closed while management, together with authorities, reviews the situation. The park is collaborating with officials to ensure safety measures are in place.
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