A tragic accident took place in December 2021 in Orlando, United States, when a 14-year-old boy lost his life after falling into the void from the Orlando Free Fall attraction at ICON Park. The boy's father, Yarnell Sampson, expressed his pain and confusion upon seeing a video that captured the moment his son fell.
According to accounts from the boy's friends, he had gotten scared during the ascent on the Free Fall, panicking and feeling uncomfortable once the ride took off. Sampson is searching for answers about what happened, questioning the safety of amusement rides and highlighting the importance of their proper functioning to prevent catastrophic consequences like this.
Images of the incident were shared on social media, generating outrage and questioning the priority of safety in amusement parks. The father described his son as a studious young man with big sports dreams, who had had a successful season in football.
The accident occurred at night on Orlando Free Fall, an attraction that promised the highest free fall in the world. The video shows how the young Tyre Sampson detached from his seat and fell into the void, unleashing a tragedy that has shocked many. The lack of public acknowledgment in the park regarding the loss of the young man's life has generated even more outrage in the community.
