[47] The proposed tax hike was the center of debate for several months, as Kings Island actively encouraged the public to write, email, and call Mason City Council representatives to express opposition. This page was last edited on 23 February 2023, at 22:25. [8][9] Later that year, a public contest was held to name the new park. Two were treated on scene, and a third, who had an. One of the area's flagship attractions was a junior wooden roller coaster named Scooby Doo, which like The Racer was designed by John C. Allen but intended for younger riders. On August 11, 2018, a tire from the drive system, located near the brake run, became detached and landed near the queue. [49][50], In 2021, Cedar Fair added an outdoor resort and RV campground near the park named Camp Cedar. On October 28, 2017, police reported that there were multiple witnesses where 20 teenage boys were assaulting and robbing park visitors. Lifeguards pulled the unresponsive victim out of the water and unsuccessfully tried to resuscitate him. You can also google the names of the victims to read more about them if you choose. On July 5, 2022, a 6-year-old girl was pulled by lifeguards from the Coconut Cove pool where she was drowning. She was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and then transferred to an intensive care unit, where it was determined that she had suffered a brain injury. [141] Following Cedar Fair's acquisition of Kings Island, it was later renamed Boomerang Bay, and all references to the film character were removed. [6][7], Leading the way was Gary Wachs, son of Coney Island president Ralph Wachs, who with friends and family owned a majority of stock. [90][92] There have been less cases filed for sexual assault this year with only two in comparison to the ten reports from last year. On July 18, 1993, 15 passengers were injured when two trains collided on. [25][29][30] Paramount formed a new division known as Paramount Parks. [8][25][26] The deal included a contract with KECO to continue managing park operations. ), Diamondback queue nearly overflowing, 3+ hours for FoF, FLP line for FoF spilling under racer, now the Orion collision, and to top it all off, some rumors . Adventure Express will receive theming enhancements, and food venues will be renovated and renamed. On June 23, 2016, a 66-year-old man was arrested by police after allegedly exposing himself to a 12-year-old girl in the wave pool at. On July 21, 2017, a 41-year-old ride operator sued. A guest's known, or unknown, health issues. Early in its history, Kings Island appeared in popular sitcoms and received widespread recognition for its record-breaking attractions and events. It was later determined to be due to a robbery. Both were taken to a nearby hospital after the accident. On July 28, 2013, 65 passengers were stuck on Carowinds' WindSeeker for over an hour, when a safety mechanism halted the ride. On September 22, 2018, police were forced to close the ValleySCARE event early after a large number of fights broke out. A lawsuit was later filed on April 25, 1984, which claimed that a park employee saw that the first boat was stopped at a dangerous location and failed to press the emergency stop button before the second boat impacted. [126] The area included attractions such as Kings Mill Log Flume and Shawnee Landing, a canoe ride in a part of Rivertown known as Kenton's Cove.[13][104]. [100], Numerous employees have come out since working at Cedar Point to discuss what happened to them, why they did or did not report their sexual assault after it happened, and why they believe this happened to them. 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[89][90][91] The most recent cases from Cedar Park were reported on May 24, 2022 as well as July 28, 2022. Tickets purchased at the gate are $20 to $35 more. Nearby is an outdoor bar that serves alcoholic beverages, with a portion of its seating area located above water bordering Oktoberfest lake. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he underwent surgery for lacerations on his right wrist. The attraction reopened the next day after being fully inspected by park officials. [53][54], The area initially opened with the park in 1972 as The Happy Land of Hanna-Barbera and was later shortened to Hanna-Barbera Land. [79][103] The area's architecture and cultural themes represent Italy, Spain, Germany and Switzerland. [38], After receiving interest from a variety of potential suitors,[38] CBS announced the sale of Paramount Parks to Cedar Fair on June 30, 2006, for approximately $1.24 billion. [142] Tropical Plunge, a seven-story water slide complex, was added for the 2016 season. [95], Cedar Point has been asked by numerous news stations for a comment about these sexual assault cases but they've denied all attempts. On July 5, 1989, an 11-year-old boy drowned in the wave pool. All riders on both trains were evacuated safely. Negligence on the part of the park, either by a ride operator or maintenance staff. Kings Island partnered with Arrow Development, an amusement ride company well known for its work at Disneyland and Disney World,[21] to develop a unique roller coaster concept. On July 21, 1990, two cars collided at the bottom of the lift hill. [94] A total number of 15 cases have been dropped by female workers for unknown reasons and only one conviction has occurred; all were coworkers of the accusers. On August 5, 1998, two cars collided injuring four teenagers. Site Map [67][68], When Kings Island first opened in 1972, a section of the park was dedicated to its predecessor, Coney Island. CARROLLTON, Ky. - The Assembly of God Church . The child brought his head into contact with the framework of the wheel which then caused him to severely injure himself when his head became stuck after coming too close. According to Sergeant Jack Simpson with the Warren County Sheriff's Office, one person was . The show investigated claims of haunted occurrences inside the park and around the cemetery, particularly of a ghost reportedly known as "Missouri Jane. chp unit b83-602 - 3 vehicle accident, property damage. [9][31] That same year, Paramount Parks began incorporating themes from its movies into the park. The boy was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. The girl that lost her feet was Kaitlyn Lassiter and that accident occurred at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom on their drop ride,Superman Tower of Power. Use of this site is governed by our Terms Of Service and Privacy Policy. KINGS ISLAND, Ohio -- A high school senior was decapitated in moving elevator machinery at the Eiffel Tower attraction at Kings Island Amusement Park after possibly falling from the 300-foot tower . On August 13, 1986, a 32-year-old man leaped to his death from a curved, 9-foot-high (2.7m) restraining barrier on the tower's observation deck. [132], In 2009, the park's first roller coaster from Bolliger & Mabillard, called Diamondback, opened in Rivertown. [113], The portion of the area that borders Rivertown was revamped in 1995 with the addition of a kids' play area, stage and water attraction, and the new sub-section was named Nickelodeon Splat City. The Warren County Genealogical Society documented nearly 70 grave sites in the cemetery, though as of 2005[update], only 52 headstones remained. On June 15, 2014, a 10-year-old boy was injured on, On August 25, 1999, five people sustained injuries on. On November 21, 2015, a fire broke out at a storage building being used for a haunt attraction at London Terror. [40] Part of the agreement allowed Kings Island to continue using Nickelodeon themes and characters for four years and other Paramount-related branding for ten years, with the option to extend the license on both. On July 30, 2001, the upper rotating portion of the ride separated from the stationary base, leading to a sudden collapse of the passenger ride wheel. [60] The following year, the entire area was renamed Adventure Village coinciding with the removal of the animal habitat and monorail ride. On August 9, 1990, the ride stopped abruptly mid-ride due to an electrical shortage, slightly injuring 19 people on board. Midway Fire Rescue said the two-vehicle accident happened at around 4 p.m. Monday at 9094 . Wallenda made history several times, performing a high-wire walk across the Tallulah Gorge, and breaking a world high-wire record by walking 1,800 feet across Kings Island. It was the tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster in the world and the first of its kind to feature a vertical loop. [108][109], For 2023, Kings Island plans to replace Oktoberfest with Adventure Port, a newly-themed area expanded to add two new family rides, Sol Spin and Cargo Loco. [99] Cedar Point did not take this opportunity and has since made no comments about why. The term incidents refers to major accidents, injuries, or deaths that occur at a park. [75][76][77][78] The area also features game booths, arcades, and concession stands in the style of state fairs and traveling carnivals from the early twentieth century. In 1974, 69-year-old Karl Wallenda set a world record for the longest tightrope skywalk at a distance of 1,800 feet (550m), which was performed 60 feet (18m) off the ground. I guess [115][116] Kings Island's Planet Snoopy was also the largest in the Cedar Fair chain until 2013, when Kings Dominion doubled the size of its Planet Snoopy section.[117]. On September 16, 1987, during construction for the new water ride, a sewage pipe collapsed off its supports which trapped and killed a 49-year-old male construction worker underneath 2 feet of dirt inside a 10-foot trench for almost 25 minutes before his body was recovered. It's been just about a year since it was closed. No injuries were reported. [67][68] It is described as a "secret research facility that has been studying the effects of flight on man". On July 20, 2004, twenty people were stranded on the coaster due to a malfunction. Cincinnati Enquirer. [143], Halloween Haunt is a Halloween-themed event at Kings Island that operates on weekends from September through October. The park was closed and evacuated three hours early. 00158. On August 5, 2010, a chlorine leak at Soak City sent 26 people to the hospital. [74] In addition to rides, some of Coney Island's famous Ginkgo trees were transplanted, lining the middle of the walkway. The ride passed inspection and resumed normal operation. 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It became the first wooden hypercoaster - a height class of 200 feet . In June 1996, a 36-year-old woman fell from the ride and sustained several injuries, including a fractured rib and bruises. Ratings assigned per Kings Island's own system, where "1" is least intensity and "5" is most. The ride was temporarily closed pending an investigation of its safety features, which resulted in new lap bar installations. [150] Kings Island offers Fright Lane passes that operate the same way as Fast Lane but are for Halloween Haunt attractions only. For your protection, each ride is rated for its special features, such as high speeds, steep drops, sharp turns, or other dynamic forces, said officials. [7][9] Kings Island still owned 773 acres (313ha) of that purchase as of 2005[update]. The victim suffered nerve, knee and back injuries. [9] Viacom entered the picture after acquiring Paramount in 1994, paving the way for the appearance of Nickelodeon themes. The following is a list of former employees at Kings Island that later became well known in another industry:[173][174][175], Dogstreet Cemetery is located at the north end of the Kings Island parking lot and is maintained by Deerfield Township. Lifeguards pulled the unresponsive victim out of the water, and paramedics regained his pulse after performing CPR. In attempts to take the responsibility off victims and stop sexual assault before it even happens, Kevin Baxter teamed up with Erie County Victim Assistant Director, Sarah Reynolds, to offer Cedar Point managers and employees education about sexual assault as well as prevention methods.