The tallest water ride in the world is now being investigated after 10-year-old Caleb Schwab was decapitated upon riding. The ride is in Kansas City. The amusement park has been closed until authorities finish their investigation.
Caleb Schwab was the son of Kansas state Representative Scott Schwab. The families spokesperson Pastor Clint Sprague says that the family is truly devastated at this point. The Kansas City PD released a statement saying Caleb was one of three people riding the slide. They said he suffered neck injuries. The slide stands at 168-feet-tall. In my opinion too tall for children. The other two woman on the ride suffered from facial injuries. Caleb was found dead in the pool at the bottom of the slide. So sad.
Schlitterbahn Kansas City released a statement saying,
We are deeply and intensely saddened for the Schwab Family and all who were impacted by the tragic accident on the Verrückt water slide at Schlitterbahn Kansas City on Sunday afternoon.
The family and each and every one of those affected are foremost on our minds and in our hearts today. We ask the community to please keep all of those impacted in your thoughts and prayers.
The primary investigation is being conducted by the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department. All questions regarding the investigation should be directed to law enforcement.
Grief counselors are being provided at Schlitterbahn Kansas City for employees and guests. Anyone impacted can contact us at 913-312-3091 to schedule a visit with a grief counselor.
Safety is our top priority at Schlitterbahn. All rides are inspected daily before opening.
For more information about Verrückt, please visit the Fact Sheet on our website.
Schlitterbahn is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Wednesday. Verrückt is closed. Please visit our website for the latest information.
Kelsey Friedrichsen says she and her boyfriend were on their way up to the ride when they heard the commotion followed by seeing the 10-year-old’s body.
It looked like he must have somehow been ejected from his seat, bounced around between the netting and the slide and just slid down. He would have fallen down without the raft. It’s kind of like a tube.
This is such a tragic event that took place. We are praying for the loved ones of Caleb Schwab. May his soul rest in peace.
Source: Complex
