Luna Park Brooklyn: Coney Island Cyclone remains closed 4 days after passengers were rescued after roller coaster malfunction

CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn (WABC) — The Coney Island Cyclone remained closed on Monday, four days after riders had to be rescued due to a malfunction on the roller coaster.

Thrill seekers had to be escorted off the attraction when it got stuck on an incline on Thursday.

According to the New York City Department of Buildings, the problem was caused by a crack in the sprocket in the engine room.

“The Coney Island Cyclone is temporarily closed due to a mechanical issue that occurred on August 22, 2024 and is currently undergoing repairs,” Luna Park, the amusement park that operates the attraction, said in a statement on its website.

The building authority found the park for two violations, including lack of maintenance of the roller coaster and failure to report the incident to the authority.

According to Luna Park, the DOB had inspected and approved the attraction the day before the incident.

The Cyclone will remain out of service until necessary repairs have been made and the building authority has approved final acceptance.

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