Tyre Sampson, from Missouri, was visiting ICON park in Orlando with another family, according to Orange County deputies. At about 11 p.m., he fell off the "Free Fall" ride, which is the tallest free-standing drop tower in the world at 430 feet.
Sampson was taken to a hospital where he later died. The incident appears to be a tragic accident.
Florida sheriff identifies teenager who died after falling from ride at Orlando's ICON Park
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Poor kid, this is why Iâve never been a big fan of amusement parks, always thought about possibly falling out of an attraction.
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Amusement rides are hella scary.
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As long as you are normal, and not an elephant, you will be fine
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For real. I go to six flags every so often and its one fear that causes me not to always go. I know they do maintenance every morning but still
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