Eight Injured in Looe Land Train Incident at Holiday Park
A recent accident at Tregoad Holiday Park in St Martin, near Looe, Cornwall, has left eight people injured after an incident involving a land train. Around 7:00 p.m. GMT, Devon and Cornwall Police, along with other emergency responders, were called to the scene. Although details of the incident are still unfolding, the police have confirmed that while injuries have been sustained, none are believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
The accident prompted a swift and comprehensive multi-agency response. In addition to the local police, the South Western Ambulance Service, Cornwall Fire and Rescue, and Coastguard were all dispatched to the holiday park. An air ambulance from Newquay also attended, transporting one of the injured individuals to Derriford Hospital in Plymouth.
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The land train, a popular tourist attraction that often runs during peak holiday seasons and special events like Halloween, was involved in the incident at a time when the park had been bustling with visitors. The train typically offers a scenic route around the holiday park and surrounding areas, attracting families and visitors who enjoy the convenience and charm of this open-air transport. The accident has led the park to suspend bookings for upcoming Halloween-themed activities on the land train, which were anticipated events for guests this week.
Currently, the park management has yet to provide an official comment on the incident, and authorities have not disclosed further details about the potential cause of the crash or whether an investigation is underway to understand what led to the accident. Local sources report that this is an ongoing incident, with updates expected as emergency teams continue to secure and evaluate the area.
This unexpected accident is understandably shocking to the local community and visitors. Safety protocols at tourist sites like Tregoad Holiday Park are typically rigorous, so incidents involving injuries are rare. Emergency response teams acted swiftly, highlighting the preparedness and coordination of Cornwall’s rescue services, which frequently assist with diverse incidents across the region’s popular tourist destinations. The holiday park and Looe community await further updates as they continue to monitor the situation closely.
As news unfolds, residents and visitors in the area are advised to stay tuned to local authorities for the latest information and to keep safe around emergency zones where active response efforts may still be in place.
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