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2 teens trapped upside down on amusement park ride awarded $275,000 each
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points A jury has since ruled in favor of two teenagers, awarding each $275,000. The incident occurred on a ride called AtmosFEAR and resulted in lawsuits being filed.
A malfunctioning amusement park ride left thirty people suspended upside down for nearly half an hour. The incident occurred on a ride called AtmosFEAR and resulted in lawsuits being filed. A jury has since ruled in favor of two teenagers, awarding each $275,000.
The amusement park where the incident took place has stated that safety is a top priority and the matter is now considered resolved. Further information about the incident and the ruling is available from the source. The ride's manufacturer is also liable for the payment, according to the jury's decision.
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Category: parks ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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