Three people were hospitalized after a stagecoach ride at Knott's Berry Farm lost a wheel and flipped Sunday afternoon.
But the injuries were minor, according to officials at the Buena Park theme park, whose ride was carrying 14 passengers at the time.
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“The ride will be closed until further notice,” reads a statement from Knott's. “Guest safety is Knott's number one priority.”
It was the left rear wheel that detached before the coach flipped, officials added.
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