A fatal accident at a cliff swing attraction in Sichuan, China, has shocked the public after a woman lost her life when a safety rope reportedly snapped mid-ride, causing her to fall from the cliff.
“Not tight enough” woman reportedly yelled before fatal fall
According to Hong Kong daily The Standard, the incident occurred on May 3 at the Maliuyan Waterfall scenic area in Huaying, a popular adventure tourism site known for its high-altitude thrill attractions.
From the circulating video footage, the woman (16 years old) was strapped into a safety harness and slowly hoisted toward the edge of a platform on a mechanical cliff swing system.
Moments before the ride began, it can be heard repeatedly shouting that her safety rope was “not tight enough.” However, staff continued operating the ride despite her concerns.
Almost instantly after her release from the platform, the safety rope broke, resulting in her falling off the cliff. She later passed away while being transported to the hospital.
Adventure spot closed, investigation underway
The scenic spot announced a temporary closure from May 4 to May 10 for equipment inspection and maintenance.
Local authorities classified the case as a “production safety responsibility accident,” indicating possible negligence by the operator.
Officials also confirmed that discussions have been held with the victim’s family regarding compensation arrangements.
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