SANDUSKY — A “female guest” was injured Sunday afternoon after she was hit by a small object from a roller coaster.
A spokesperson for the amusement park said in a statement it happened at 4:30 p.m., according to our news partners at WBNS-TV.
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The guest was waiting in line for the Top Thrill Dragster roller coaster when the small metal object fell from a train as the ride was ending its run, WBNS-TV reported.
The park says the Sandusky Fire Department and medics responded soon after the guest was hit.
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She was later taken to a hospital, but the extent of the victim’s injuries is unknown at this time.
According to WBNS-TV, Cedar Point says the ride will remain closed until a safety investigation is complete.
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