A 39-year-old woman died in the National Fair of Potosi (FENAPO) edition 2024 in San Luis Potosi, after falling off the Wheel of Fortune; The event was captured in video.
The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, August 21, when The woman fell from one of the Ferris Wheel cabins at FENAPO 2024amid screams and fear from observers.
The woman, whose details are unknown, died in the area, which was cordoned off by authorities from the state of San Luis Potosí, who are conducting investigations into the incident.
Video of woman who fell from the Ferris wheel at FENAPO circulates on social media
The video circulating on social media shows that lThe woman was found at the top of the Ferris Wheel, apparently hanging from the cabin where he previously sat.
Seconds later, It is observed that the woman falls from the cabin, hits one of the metals that make up the mechanical game and finally ends up on the ground.
Woman falls from the Ferris wheel at FENAPO 2024 (ESPECIAL)
The event happens amidst shouts from those present, who after the event begin to shout “let’s go”; it should be noted that The mechanical game did not stop at any time.
The woman who was the victim of the incident was lying on the ground, next to the FENAPO 2024 Ferris Wheel.
Experts from the State Attorney General’s Office appeared at FENAPO to certify the woman’s death and take the body to perform the corresponding autopsy at the Scientific Vice-Prosecutor’s Office.
According to reports, The woman had visible injuries after falling from the Ferris wheelas was confirmed by investigative police and forensic services of the Prosecutor’s Office.
Elements of the Investigative Police will continue to carry out investigations at the scene to clarify what happened and determine responsibilities.
Woman falls from the Ferris wheel at FENAPO 2024 (especial)
FENAPO issues statement after tragic death
After the woman’s death, the FENAPO I release a statement in which expressed his solidarity and total support to the victim’s familyof whom there is no further information.
They also stated that they will fully cooperate with the relevant authorities to carry out the necessary investigations and determine who is responsible for the incident.
In the face of rumors that the mechanical games were not safe, the FENAPO stated that “all facilities and equipment operating at the Fair were inspected and authorized by the competent authority.”
He also indicated that there is civil liability insurance for attendees at FENAPO 2024, which guarantees coverage for everything that “this case represents.”
For his part, the governor of San Luis Potosí, Ricardo Gallardo Cardona, issued a message in which he regretted the death of the woman who suffered the accident, and stated that support will be given to the family.
Despite the incident and the death of the 39-year-old woman at FENAPO 2024, they say the fair is operating normally.
“We deeply regret and send my condolences to the family of the woman who suffered an accident on the amusement rides. I have given instructions to provide them with the necessary support and to clarify the accident through the State Attorney General’s Office. We hope that there will be no misinformation out of respect for the family.”
Governor Ricardo Gallardo Cardona
2024-08-22 18:38:11