POLICE closed down a fairground ride after a train carriage came off its rails injuring three youngsters.
The accident happened on Saturday during the launch of Ramsbottom Sports Festival at Nuttall Park.
Fortunately, the youngsters sustained only minor injuries and were treated by members of the St John Ambulance. The ride was closed for the day.
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