Man Escapes Roller Coaster Mid-Ride After Lap Bar Fails

A man jumped off a roller coaster at Castles N' Coasters in Arizona after his lap bar unlocked mid-ride, fearing for his life. He managed to escape onto an emergency staircase just in time. The incident highlights concerns over ride safety regulations in Arizona, where the state mandates annual inspections but leaves enforcement to local authorities. The amusement park offered the man a refund, but he felt his safety concerns were not adequately addressed.