Roller coaster accident in Sweden, one killed, several injured

Stockholm, The Gulf Observer: One person was killed and several injured in a roller coaster accident at the Grona Lund amusement park in the Swedish capital on Sunday, the TT news agency reported, citing a park spokesperson.

Public broadcaster SVT, citing eyewitnesses, said the park’s Jetline roller coaster had partly derailed during a ride, Reuters reported.

Ambulances, fire trucks and a helicopter were seen arriving at the park, and police said they were investigating.

Grona Lund said in a statement the 140-year-old park was closed until further notice. A spokesperson could not immediately be reached for comment.