A recent incident in Monterrey, Mexico, involved a 6-year-old boy who experienced a dangerous fall from a ride at a height of 12 meters after a support strap failed. The event was covered by local outlets, highlighting the dramatic moment captured on video at Fundidora Park.
The sequence took place on a calm day that ended with the boy and an adult rider taking their turns on nearby attractions. In the footage, the young visitor begins his journey first, followed by the adult. As the ride continues, the supporting mechanism for the device appears to fail, causing the child to fall toward the water below.
Witnesses and park staff describe the moment as chaotic yet focused. Officials from the park acted quickly, rescuing the boy from the artificial lake and ensuring he received immediate care. The family, after checking the boy’s condition, chose not to proceed with hospitalization at that time, and they later traveled home with the boy under medical guidance for any residual injuries.
Initial reports indicated that a strap involved in securing the bassinet-like carrier had ruptured, which contributed to the fall. The incident prompted a review of safety protocols at the attraction and discussions about how safety equipment is inspected and maintained for young visitors.
In a separate note, there was another unrelated incident in August 2021 near Dagestan, where a zipline experience ended with a fall while a tourist was attempting to catch an other rider. That event, though distant in time and place, is sometimes referenced in discussions about the importance of rider restraint systems and staff vigilance across amusement settings.