Roller Coaster Rider Escapes After Safety Bar Malfunctions in Arizona

A man climbed out of a moving roller coaster at Castles N’ Coasters after his lap bar unlatched, raising concerns about ride safety and park regulations.

The incident occurred on the Desert Storm roller coaster at Castles N’ Coasters in Phoenix, Arizona, when a rider's lap bar unexpectedly released during the ride's ascent.
The man, who remained anonymous, climbed out of the moving roller coaster and safely descended via the emergency staircase, which he believes saved his life.
The rider criticized the park's operator for negligence, claiming staff failed to physically check his safety bar before the ride began and did not respond promptly to the situation.
Arizona does not currently regulate amusement parks, leaving inspections to private insurance companies, prompting the rider to call for stricter state oversight of ride safety protocols.
Castles N’ Coasters has not yet issued a statement regarding the incident, which has drawn attention to maintenance and operational practices at the park.