A night of celebration in Baja California Sur was shattered when 18-year-old Gabriela Rodríguez Tezoco fell to her death from a moving carnival ride, ‘El Péndulo’ (The Pendulum), at the Cabo San Lucas Traditional Fiestas, sparking a criminal investigation and leading to the immediate dismissal of the local civil protection chief. Onlookers watched in horror as Gabriela was ejected from the ride while it was in motion, prompting a swift emergency response. Despite being rushed to a local hospital, she tragically succumbed to her injuries. In the wake of the fatal accident, the Los Cabos city council issued a statement expressing deep sorrow and pledging support for the grieving family. Mayor Christian Agúndez ordered the immediate suspension of ‘El Péndulo’ and mandated safety inspections for all other fairground attractions. The head of Municipal Civil Protection and Risk Management was removed to ensure investigators have full access to relevant departmental records and permits, with an interim director appointed. The Baja California Sur State Attorney General’s Office has launched a formal probe, deploying forensic experts to examine the ride for compliance with safety standards, while authorities have yet to name ride operators or make arrests. The community is urged to unite in supporting the victim’s family during this devastating time.
Adapted from: Travel News Today on Fox News
