Rollercoaster Riders Stranded 100 Feet Up on Texas Ride for Hours
A rollercoaster at Galveston’s Pleasure Pier stopped on a vertical section, leaving riders suspended about 100 feet in the air for several hours on 28 May. Emergency crews used a ladder truck to help passengers exit. No injuries were reported.
The IndependentA rollercoaster at Galveston’s Pleasure Pier in Texas malfunctioned on 28 May, leaving riders suspended approximately 100 feet in the air for several hours. m. local time on the Iron Shark rollercoaster. The ride remained halted until emergency workers positioned a ladder truck beneath the car.
Footage shows crews guiding middle and high school students off the suspended car and down the ladder. There were no immediate reports of injuries.
Which owns Pleasure Pier, said in a statement that a thorough inspection of the ride will take place before it is placed back in service.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 28 May 2026, 5:20 p.m. local
Iron Shark rollercoaster car stopped 100 feet above ground at Pleasure Pier.
1 sourceThe Independent - 28 May 2026, evening
Emergency crews used ladder truck to help riders exit the suspended car.
1 sourceThe Independent - 28 May 2026
Landry's Inc. stated a full inspection will occur before the ride reopens.
1 sourceThe Independent
Potential Impact
- 01
The ride will remain closed until a full inspection is completed.
- 02
Pleasure Pier may adjust operating hours while the inspection proceeds.
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