A number of children have reportedly been injured at a funfair in Wales after a ride derailed this evening at Coney Beach Amusement Park.
According to a witness, the incident took place at 5.50pm. South Wales Police have urged the public to avoid the area to allow emergency responders full access although no information has yet been released on the extent of the injuries.
A force spokesman said: “Officers and other emergency services are in attendance at Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl, Bridgend, following an accident involving one of the rides.
“Please avoid the area to allow emergency services access. More updates will be made available when appropriate.”
The witness added that park owners quickly helped people off the Wacky Worm ride and ladders were brought out for those who couldn’t reach the ground on their own, reports WalesOnline.
No injuries are known at the moment, but both the police and fire brigade have been on the scene since the witness reported the incident.
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