A man in his 80s is fighting for his life after being struck by a van in Bispham. The incident occurred on Bibby's Road, near the junction with Bispham Road, Blackpool, at 11.49am on Friday, June 21.
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A woman is fighting for her life in hospital after a ride at a funfair 'malfunctioned'. Four people including an 11-year-old girl were injured following the incident at the Lambeth Country Show in Brockwell Park, south London, last night.
Police have now said that a woman in her 40s remains in hospital having suffered life-changing injuries. A man in his 40s is also being treated for potentially life-changing injuries.
The 11-year-old girl and a man in his 50s have both since been discharged from hospital. The local council said the ride had 'malfunctioned', and that the Health and Safety Executive is now investigating.
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A police spokesperson said: “Emergency services responded at around 6.20pm on Saturday June 8 to a fairground ride having failed at the Lambeth Country Show in Brockwell Park.
“Four people have been taken to hospital. Following a full assessment by medics, a woman in her 40s remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries. A man in his 40s is also receiving ongoing treatment for potentially life-changing injuries.
“The man in his 50s and the 11-year-old girl have both been discharged from hospital. Officers have attended the scene today alongside the Health and Safety Executive as inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances.”
Signs saying “apologies for any inconvenience, this ride will not open today” have been pinned to wire fencing which circles the fairground area. Disappointed visitors of all ages could be seen reading the sign and talking to a fairground worker, who told them all the rides are shut, before heading off to enjoy other attractions at the event.
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A man in his 80s is fighting for his life after being struck by a van in Bispham. The incident occurred on Bibby's Road, near the junction with Bispham Road, Blackpool, at 11.49am on Friday, June 21.
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