Monday, 11. September 2023
Recently, an unexpected incident occurred in one of Europe's most renowned amusement parks, PortAventura World.
Visitors to Ferrari Land witnessed a confrontation in the queue for the roller coaster "Red Force".
A video posted on X (formerly Twitter) by user @rosamanyosa reveals the tense evolution of the situation. Initially, one can spot heated discussions and animated gestures among several individuals.
But within moments, the verbal exchange turns physical.
Other parkgoers nearby attempted to retreat, keen to avoid getting embroiled in the dispute.
PortAventura World's management responded swiftly to the incident. In an official statement on X (formerly Twitter), the park stressed the importance of safety for all its visitors.
The statement clearly reads: "Violent behavior has no place in our resort. Those involved in the incident were promptly escorted off the premises."
Furthermore, all relevant details and information were immediately handed over to the Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's regional police force.
This unfortunate event raises questions about security measures in amusement parks.
PortAventura World will undoubtedly be keen to review and potentially adjust its safety protocols.
It's essential to emphasize that such isolated incidents shouldn't define the overall character of a place where families and leisure seekers aim to relax and enjoy themselves.
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