The Sunland Park Fire Department confirmed the incident at Western Playland on Friday, July 24
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- Two teenagers suffered minor injuries after a ride malfunctioned at Western Playland in Sunland Park, N.M.
- Footage of the incident shows one of the wires snapping on the slingshot-style ride, leaving the car dangling before coming to a stop
- The Southwest Slinger ride is reportedly closed for inspection
Two teenagers were injured after a ride malfunctioned at an amusement park in New Mexico.
The incident occurred on the Southwest Slinger ride at Western Playland in Sunland Park, N.M., according to a statement shared by the Sunland Park Fire Department. The department confirmed they responded to the scene on Friday, July 24.
“A male and a female in their late teens were evaluated by fire personnel. Both reported minor injuries but refused transport,” the statement added…