A 40-year-old woman suffered serious injuries after an amusement park malfunctioned in south London.
A 40-year-old man is also being treated in hospital for “life-changing injuries”, the Metropolitan Police said.
Four people were taken to hospital following the incident on Saturday night, and two people – a man in his 50s and an 11-year-old girl – were discharged.
The Lambeth Country Show reopened on Sunday, but attractions remain isolated.
Police said investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing.
The Lambeth Country Show reopened on Sunday, but attractions remain isolated.
On Saturday, Lambeth Council confirmed that a “serious incident” occurred at around 6.20pm.
A council spokesperson said on Saturday: “A full investigation is being carried out to determine the cause of the malfunction.
“Additional safety inspections are being carried out on all rides and attractions at the show.”
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Helen Hayes, the Labor parliamentary candidate for Dulwich and West Norwood, called for an “urgent investigation” into the incident.
She said on X on Saturday night: “I am shocked to learn of the failure of a ride at the Lambeth Country Show fairgrounds earlier this evening.
“My thoughts are with those who were injured and everyone who witnessed this horrific event.
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“Thank you to the emergency services who attended. There must now be an urgent investigation.”
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