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Roller Coaster Incident in Bishkek Under Investigation After Video Surfaces

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Under investigation
  • Police in Bishkek are investigating a video circulating on social media showing an object falling from a roller coaster at the SkyPark Baytik entertainment center.
  • The park administration claims the fallen item was a decorative element for Children's Day and not part of the ride, stating all attractions are safe and regularly inspected.
  • Authorities are conducting a preliminary check to determine the circumstances and origin of the fallen object.

Authorities in Bishkek have launched an investigation after a video surfaced online depicting an object detaching and falling from the "Boomerang" roller coaster at the SkyPark Baytik entertainment center. The footage, captured as the ride reached its apex, shows an unidentified item plummeting to the ground.

The Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs confirmed the incident has been registered and a preliminary inquiry is underway to establish all facts. The department has pledged to release further details upon completion of the investigation.

In response to the viral video, SkyPark Baytik's administration issued a statement clarifying that the footage was recorded on June 17. They identified the falling object as a decorative element used for Children's Day celebrations. The park asserts that this item was not an integral part of the roller coaster and had no impact on its operation. They emphasized that all rides undergo regular technical inspections and are functioning normally.

Despite the park's explanation, the police investigation will continue to ascertain the precise cause and origin of the fallen object, aiming to provide clarity on the incident.

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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.