Oktoberfest ride worker dies in Munich — The Local Germany

In Munich, Germany, a 52-year-old Oktoberfest worker died after a serious accident on one of the festival's rides. The incident occurred on Monday evening at a free-fall tower ride, The Local Germany reports.

Circumstances of the incident

According to preliminary police information, the man was in an area where he was reportedly not supposed to be when he was struck by moving equipment. Law enforcement officials also believe that the worker may have been trapped by the mechanism.

The man was resuscitated at the scene and taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition, but later died from his injuries. Police are investigating the circumstances of the suspected workplace accident and have asked witnesses to provide information.

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Police said that festival visitors were not in danger. The area near the ride was cordoned off, and a crisis response team was deployed to support witnesses.

Oktoberfest in Munich

The tragedy occurred during the 191st Oktoberfest, which opened on Saturday. More than six million people visit the festival every year. Hundreds of doctors, paramedics and emergency service workers are on duty at the venue throughout the event.