Officials in Orenburg have attributed the park ride incident to a malfunction in the carousel mechanism. The statement was reported by TASS and echoed by local authorities who are coordinating the response to the injuries sustained in the collapse.
According to the information released, the cabins detached as a result of a fault in the carousel’s operation. Several adults and children were injured, with seven adults and eight children of varying degrees of severity being transported to city hospitals for treatment. The situation prompted an immediate response from emergency services and hospital staff to stabilize those affected.
Law enforcement has opened a criminal case concerning the provision of services that failed to meet safety requirements in connection with the ride collapse. Investigators in Orenburg are actively examining the sequence of events to determine how the incident occurred and whether any lapses in safety protocols contributed to the accident.
Earlier reports from emergency services described the event as a malfunction in the attraction’s operation that led to the carousel collapsing in the park. This account remains part of the ongoing investigation and public safety assessments conducted by local authorities.
On May 6, emergency officials clarified that roughly 15 people, including several children, sustained injuries when the chain mechanism of the ride failed and the cabins dropped during operation. The incident occurred in a family-oriented park in the surrounding area, where visitors were reportedly using the attraction at the time of the malfunction. Emergency responders and medical staff coordinated transport of the injured to nearby facilities, and efforts continued to assess the ride’s design, maintenance history, and any contributing factors. The information continues to be updated as investigators review ride records, maintenance logs, and witness accounts for a comprehensive understanding of the cause and to inform safety reforms as needed. Attribution: TASS
Local officials have stressed the importance of ensuring that all safety standards are upheld in amusement venues to prevent similar accidents in the future. The park has temporarily suspended related attractions while inspectors review mechanical components, safety barriers, and operator procedures. Families affected by the incident are being offered support through the city’s emergency response network and medical facilities while investigations proceed. Attribution: City press services
As the investigation unfolds, authorities emphasize transparent reporting of findings to the public, along with a careful review of maintenance practices, ride inspections, and service provisions. The focus remains on addressing immediate health needs and reinforcing safety measures to protect parkgoers in the future. Attribution: Regional safety commission