Alarm at the carnival: Car crashed into funfair in Volkmarsen

Several injured in collision with a ride

Emergency services on duty with a large contingent

Volkmarsen - A car crashed into a funfair ride at the Schützenplatz in Volkmarsen, Hesse, on Sunday evening. According to initial information from the police, several people were injured in the collision.

The accident occurred around 7:15 p.m. For reasons that are still unclear, a car drove into the "Big Monster" ride. According to the police, there were two adults and two children in the car. All four occupants were injured and taken to nearby hospitals. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.

Several visitors to the funfair were also injured in the accident. According to the police, four people were slightly injured. They were treated by paramedics at the scene of the accident.

A large contingent of emergency services is currently on duty at the scene of the accident. The police have cordoned off the area around the ride. The funfair has been evacuated. The cause of the accident is still being investigated.