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Saw needs to Sharpen Up

Thorpe's new thriller falters

March 15, 2009 - Ryan Shrout

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Tech TroublesThorpe's new high tech ride suffered from technical problems on its big debut.
The stage was set for the biggest unveiling at Thorpe Park since Stealth debuted in 2006. The much anticipated Saw: the Ride was going to show off before a host of celebrities.

But the ride named after the horror film franchise that has spawned four movies decided to put on a little horror show of its own. The computer programming that runs the attraction momentarily failed causing riders to be stranded on the attraction for 15 minutes.



During that time period, one woman on-board suffered a panic attack which brought paramedics to come and escort all of the passengers off of the attraction. The ride vehicle had stopped just a few meters out from the loading platform.



Thankfully nobody has hurt as a result of this incident, and the woman who suffered the panic attack is now fine. The Thorpe Park officials however were completely embarrassed by the opening day flop of their 13.5 million pound investment.



Hopefully the "World's Most Frightening Roller Coaster" will soon be fixed and begin to frighten its riders for the right reasons.

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