Swing Ride Malfunction Injures Nine at Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair
A malfunction on a swing ride at the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair in Lebanon, Tennessee, resulted in injuries to nine people, with four requiring hospitalization. The state has issued a cease-and-desist order for the ride, and an investigation into the…
Charlotte, NC, August 20, 2026 —
LEBANON, TENNESSEE – A swing ride at the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair experienced a malfunction that led to injuries for nine individuals on Saturday. Of those injured, four were transported to local hospitals for further treatment.
The incident occurred at the state fairgrounds in Lebanon. Following the malfunction, state officials issued a cease-and-desist order for the specific ride involved. The exact cause of the malfunction is currently under investigation.
A third-party inspector has been engaged to examine the functionality of the swing ride as part of the ongoing investigation. Further details regarding the condition of the injured individuals and the findings of the inspection were not immediately available.
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