In a report from a Telegram channel, an incident involving a carousel in a Sochi amusement park drew attention after near-miss injuries to children. The coverage highlights concerns raised by families and the park’s handling of the event, which occurred in the local area known as Sochi Online.
On March 15, an event unfolded at Khostinsky Park during the launch of the Winged Swing attraction. An iron ladder, reportedly used by workers to reach the main support of the carousel, dropped from a height near the stairs, narrowly missing several children. At the moment the ladder fell, the operator of the attraction was nearby, supervising the activity as it began its operation for the day.
Parents expressed dissatisfaction with the operator’s conduct, describing behavior they perceived as inappropriate and claiming it reflected a lack of readiness to ensure a safe start for rides. The accounts noted that the operator appeared distracted and did not verify the area thoroughly before the ride began, prompting concerns about safety protocol compliance.
Representatives of the organization issued a statement acknowledging the incident, apologizing to families, and promising a formal investigation. They indicated that any personnel involved would be dismissed if found responsible and that discussions would be conducted with contractors working at the park to reinforce safety measures and expectations during maintenance and setup work.
In the official response, the investigation team explained that the issue stemmed from negligence following a routine improvement to the attraction’s visual condition. The staircase had been left in place after the work was completed, and the operator did not confirm that the area was clear of obstacles before the attraction resumed operation. The organization stressed that no children were injured and reiterated apologies to the parents and children involved.
Earlier reports from Mash, a Telegram channel, noted a separate incident at Moscow’s Dream Island amusement park where a woman reportedly died on another ride. The parallel stories have sparked broader discussions about rider safety and maintenance practices across facilities in the region.