Iconic Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster shut down indefinitely
BROOKLYN - With the end of NYC summer in sight, the iconic Coney Island Cyclone in Brooklyn was placed out of service indefinitely on Friday after the 97-year-old roller coaster malfunctioned a day prior.
On Thursday, riders had to be rescued from the world-famous coaster after it got stuck in place.
In a statement to FOX 5 NY, Luna Park said: "The Coney Island Cyclone was stopped due to a mechanical problem that developed yesterday and is currently undergoing repairs. We will reopen the Cyclone roller coaster when the repair is complete and the ride passes its dob inspection."
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Meanwhile, the Department of Buildings issued Luna Park two violations:
- Failure to maintain due to the crack in the sprocket,
- Failure to notify the DOB of the incident.
Those walking the boardwalk were torn when asked if they'd ride the attraction once it passed inspections, with some telling FOX 5 NY they'd most definitely go back on the coaster.
There is currently no timeline for a re-opening of the Cyclone.