A memorial for Tyre Sampson continues to grow just over one week since he fell to his death from the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park.
Cellphone video shows the moments before a 14-year-old boy fell from an Orlando drop tower ride. Ride safety experts say his seat locked but was not pulled down far enough.
Earlier this week, Brian Avery, an independent ride consultant and lecturer at the University of Florida told FOX 35 News there’s a loophole in Florida code where venues do not have to post weight requirements on signs outside the ride unless the ride manufacturer say in their manual that it needs to be done. Stewart said requiring weight limits to be put on signage at all amusement rides could be something to look into as well.
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