Lambeth Country Show: Woman in critical condition after fairground ride malfunctions

A 40-year-old woman suffered life-threatening injuries after a funfair ride malfunctioned in south London.

A man in his 40s is also being treated in hospital for “life-changing injuries”, the Metropolitan Police said.

Four people were taken to hospital following the incident on Saturday night, with two people – a 50-year-old man and an 11-year-old girl – being discharged.

The Lambeth Country Show reopened on Sunday but the races remain isolated.

Police said investigations into what happened are ongoing.

On Saturday, Lambeth Council confirmed that a “serious incident” took place at around 6.20pm.

A council spokesman said on Saturday: “A thorough investigation is being carried out to establish the cause of the breakdown.

“Additional safety inspections are being carried out on all rides and attractions at the show.”

Helen Hayes, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Dulwich and West Norwood, called for an “urgent investigation” into the incident.

She told X on Saturday night: “I am shocked to learn of the failure of a ride at Lambeth Country Show earlier this evening.

“My thoughts are with those who were injured and all who witnessed this horrific event.

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“Thank you to the emergency services who attended. There must now be an urgent investigation.”

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