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Two Acrobats Seriously Injured in 10-Meter Fall at Stuttgart Circus

Police have opened an investigation into the cause of the fall.

Overview

  • During the Monday afternoon Weltweihnachtscircus performance at Cannstatter Wasen, two performers fell about 10 meters around 4:15 p.m.
  • A 19-year-old woman and a 49-year-old man were described as seriously injured and were transported by ambulance to separate hospitals.
  • Emergency services and police responded immediately, cleared the tent, and directed the audience to an adjacent gastro tent during the operation.
  • Regional reports cited by BILD say the duo may be the Ukrainian act known as Flight of Passion performing an aerial ribbons routine, though this has not been officially confirmed.
  • The show was reportedly resumed after the incident and concluded shortly after 6 p.m.