Has anybody ever died at Cedar Point?

In 2015, a Cedar Point roller coaster accident killed a man. This hasn’t been the only ride that ended badly at Cedar Point, or at amusement park roller coasters across the country. Too many people have died or suffered serious injuries when what was planned to be a day of fun turned into tragedy.

What happened to the Raptor at Cedar Point?

He was taken to a local hospital where his wound was sutured. On August 13, 2015, a 45-year-old man was struck by a moving train after entering the ride’s restricted area to retrieve a cell phone he lost while riding. He was pronounced dead on scene shortly after paramedics’ arrival.

What incident happened at Cedar Point?

SANDUSKY, Ohio (WOIO) – Cedar Point is off the hook for a rollercoaster accident last summer that severely injured one person. A six-month-long investigation found that the amusement park is not responsible for the Top Thrill Dragster mishap that left a Michigan woman with brain damage.

Who got hit in the head at Cedar Point?

Rachel Hawes
In a 620-page report, the state investigation found “insufficient evidence to find the action or inactions of Cedar Point violated any of the laws…” The incident happened in August when a bracket fell off the ride and struck the victim —44-year-old Rachel Hawes of Swartz Creek, Michigan — in the back of her head.

What happened to the lady at Cedar Point?

Last August, a 44-year-old Michigan woman was badly hurt when a metal bracket fell off the Top Thrill Dragster rollercoaster and hit her in the back of her head. The last time 19 News spoke with Rachel Hawes’ family, they told us she had a serious brain injury.

How many times does the Raptor go upside down?

6Raptor / Inversions

Why is the GateKeeper closed?

Record-breaking GateKeeper roller coaster temporarily closed after stalling at Cedar Point. A record-breaking roller coaster is temporarily closed for evaluation after stalling at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio.

What happened to the lady hit by Top Thrill Dragster?

What happened to the lady that got hit with Top Thrill Dragster?

Hawes’ family issued a statement in the days after the incident saying she was “fighting for her life.” She survived, but her current status is unknown.

What happened to the lady who got hit at Cedar Point?

The accident has left 44-year-old Rachel Hawes of Michigan in intensive care with a brain injury, according to a family statement released to a Cleveland TV station. “We are devastated by last weekend’s accident at Cedar Point,” the statement said.

What happened to the lady that got hit by metal at Cedar Point?

The woman was taken to the hospital following the incident. Her condition has not been released. Cedar Point officials say the rollercoaster is closed and will remain closed until a safety investigation is complete. Copyright 2021 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit – All rights reserved.