Who was the girl hit by Top Thrill Dragster?
Who was the girl hit by Top Thrill Dragster? Metal from a Cedar Point roller coaster flew into Rachel Hawes' head. She's disabled for life, suit says.
Why did Top Thrill Dragster shut down?
A new video released by Cedar Point this week teases what's ahead for the amusement park's popular Top Thrill Dragster, three years after it was shut down after a park patron was severely injured by a piece of metal that fell from the ride.
Did Six Flags buy Cedar Point?
SANDUSKY, Ohio — Sandusky-based Cedar Fair, the parent company of Cedar Point and 10 other amusement parks, has rejected a $4 billion offer from Six Flags, according to Reuters. The news comes two days after Reuters reported that Six Flags was pursuing a purchase of amusement-park rival Cedar Fair.
Did they shut down the Top Thrill Dragster?
Cedar Point permanently closing Top Thrill Dragster, world's second-tallest roller coaster. SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) — An amusement park in Ohio announced Tuesday it would be permanently closing the world's second-tallest roller coaster.
Who is the current owner of Cedar Point?
It opened in 1870 and is considered the second-oldest operating amusement park in the US behind Lake Compounce. Cedar Point, which is owned and operated by Cedar Fair, is the flagship of the company's amusement park chain.
Who was the teacher killed at Cedar Point?
Police in Sandusky said 45-year-old James Young of East Canton died after jumping a fence to retrieve some of his belongings. They had fallen while Young was riding the Raptor roller coaster. Young was an Intervention Specialist for the 2014-2015 school years at the Louisville public schools.
Is Cedar Point rebuilding Top Thrill Dragster?
Cedar Point announces its 'reimagined' Top Thrill Dragster will not open until 2024.
What happened to woman hit by metal at Cedar Point?
A Michigan woman struck in the head by a metal bracket that fell off a roller coaster at an Ohio amusement park has sued the park and its parent company, alleging their negligence caused the accident that left her with traumatic brain injuries.
Who is suing Cedar Point?
Rachel Hawes is suing Cedar Point after suffering a traumatic brain injury from being struck by a metal plate that detached from a roller coaster.
Why was Mariah Carey at Cedar Point?
Superstar singer Mariah Carey made a visit to the Sandusky amusement park for Labor Day, accompanied by 11 year-old twins Moroccan and Monroe. Had the best time at @cedarpoint! Never again with the heels though, Carey wrote on her Instagram account on Monday evening.
What is the oldest roller coaster at Cedar Point?
Don't call it a throwback. Blue Streak may be Cedar Point's oldest and most classic coaster, but it still competes with some of the park's heavy hitters. It's one for the ages and has been a family favorite since it opened in 1964, when it reversed a decade long drought of coasters in the park.
Who was the woman severely injured on Top Thrill Dragster?
Metal from a Cedar Point roller coaster flew into Rachel Hawes' head. She's disabled for life, suit says.
What country singer got hurt at Cedar Point?
This was recently the case for country music legend Luke Bryan while he was visiting Cedar Point.