Ecuador Fairground Ride Accident Leaves Ten Injured, Six Critically

Two gondola cars detached from a pendulum ride at a fair in Daule Canton, prompting an investigation into the mechanical failure.

Video footage captured the moment two gondola cars broke off a pendulum ride, causing chaos at a traveling fair in La Aurora, Ecuador.
Of the ten people injured, six are in critical condition suffering from fractures and head trauma.
Authorities have closed down the fair and cordoned off the malfunctioning ride as investigations continue.
Initial reports suggest a mechanical arm came loose, leading to the cars' detachment from the ride.
Fair organizers have committed to covering the medical expenses of all victims involved in the incident.