Amusement park visitors stranded after a malfunction in the “Star Flyer” ride Moments of panic experienced by visitors while trapped

A terrifying incident occurred at an amusement park in the Al-Doura area of Baghdad, Iraq’s capital, after several visitors became suspended at a great height due to a sudden technical malfunction in the “Star Flyer” ride, sparking moments of panic among families enjoying their time at the park.

According to the Iraqi Civil Defense, rescue teams successfully carried out a precise and complex operation that resulted in saving 11 people from families who were stranded at high altitude after the ride suddenly stopped during operation, leaving them suspended in a dangerous position for several minutes.

The statement added that rescue teams mobilized immediately upon receiving the report, using specialized ladder vehicles to reach the stranded visitors and safely bring them down under difficult conditions, given the ride’s height and the technical fault that caused its abrupt shutdown.

The Civil Defense confirmed that the operation ended successfully with no injuries reported, as all individuals were safely evacuated and brought back to safety, amid widespread relief among those present at the scene.

The incident sparked anger and concern among citizens, who called for stricter inspection and regular maintenance procedures for amusement park rides, and for ensuring their safety before operation, in order to prevent the recurrence of such incidents that could threaten the lives of visitors, especially children and families.