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A kids’ fairground ride derailed in Guatemala, injuring 12 people, including a pregnant woman, as one of the cars flipped over, prompting calls for stricter safety measures.
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Kids’ fairground ride derails injuring 12 – including pregnant woman

Lee Bullen
Last updated: February 3, 2025 11:43 am
Lee Bullen Published February 3, 2025
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Emergency services removing injured people from the derailed ride. (Picture: Jam Press)
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A kids’ fairground ride derailed leaving 12 people injured.

Four children and eight adults – including a pregnant woman – were hurt when one of the cars flipped over.

Footage shows injured riders being stretchered away from the collapsed ride.

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They were on a children’s attraction called the Gusanito – also known as the Caterpillar Ride.

It happened at a fair in the town of San Pedro Pinula, east of Guatemala City, in Guatemala on Saturday (1 Feb).

(Picture: Jam Press)

The victims were treated at the scene before several were taken to a nearby private hospital for further medical care.

A fire department spokesperson said: “Fortunately, these people did not suffer any serious injuries that could threaten their lives.”

The victims were identified as Adrian Mendez, 26, Mayra Perez, 19, Keily Gomez, 13, Katherin Aguilar, 12, and Jose Aguilar, 10.

(Picture: Jam Press)

Three others were named as Glendy Mateo Gomez, Josefina Gomez, and Santos Gomez.

The identities of the other four victims have not yet been released.

The fire brigade said Mayra Pérez is five months pregnant, as reported by Need To Know.

An investigation into the cause of the collapse is ongoing.

One local said: “The authorities should monitor such rides to make sure they comply with all the necessary safety measures.”

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Vinicio said: “Thank goodness they were only injured, in other municipalities like Jutiapa it’s common to see deaths at fairs.”

Angel added: “There needs to be an in-depth investigation into this accident.”

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