Overview
- On May 27 around 6 PM, the ‘Top Gun’ roller coaster at VGP Universal Kingdom stalled mid-cycle, leaving 36 riders suspended about 50 feet above ground.
- Fire and Rescue Services teams and Neelankarai Police deployed two sky lifts to lower all passengers safely after nearly three hours, and no serious injuries were reported.
- District Fire Officer Loganathan said initial ladder attempts failed, prompting a specialised high-reach vehicle to complete the rescue under supervision from Adyar deputy commissioner of police Pon Karthik Kumar.
- Preliminary inspections by Chennai Municipal Corporation officials indicate the ride suffered ignored mechanical issues and poor maintenance, intensifying scrutiny of amusement park safety protocols.
- A formal negligence case has been filed against park management, and VGP Universal Kingdom will remain shut until a full investigation and safety audit are completed.