An Ohio man was critically injured after being struck by the Banshee roller coaster at Kings Island amusement park in Mason, Ohio. The man, who has not been identified, suffered a critical injury after entering a restricted area to retrieve keys he dropped while riding the roller coaster. The incident occurred on a ride that reaches speeds of up to 68 mph and spans over 4,000 feet. 

The man was believed to have been struck by the ride while in the restricted area and was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for treatment. The extent of his injuries was not immediately clear.Witnesses at the park claimed to have seen the man both before and after the incident. Some described seeing the man lying face down on the ground below the roller coaster while others mistook him for a prop in the Haunted Hill section of the park. Questions were raised about the height of the ride and whether it was possible for someone to be struck if they jumped the fence. The Banshee roller coaster has been closed while officials investigate the incident and ensure the safety of guests.

Authorities were called to the scene after reports of a subject down in a restricted area near the roller coaster. Police confirmed that the man had entered the fenced-in area to retrieve his keys and was struck by the Banshee roller coaster. The police department is working to determine the exact circumstances of the incident and the factors that led to the man’s critical injury. The park’s focus remains on the welfare of the guest and his family as they continue to investigate the incident.

As the investigation into the incident continues, park officials are taking steps to ensure the safety of guests and prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future. The closure of the Banshee roller coaster underscores the seriousness of the incident and the need for thorough investigations into the cause of the accident. Witnesses at the park who saw the man before and after the incident are sharing their experiences, raising questions about the safety of the ride and the park’s protocols. The man’s critical injury serves as a sobering reminder of the risks associated with amusement park rides.