Michigan Woman Files Lawsuit Against Cedar Point for Brain Injury Caused by Roller Coaster Incident

Rachel Hawes of Swartz Creek is suing Cedar Point after sustaining a traumatic brain injury from a piece of metal that fell off the Top Thrill Dragster ride while waiting in line. The lawsuit claims she is permanently disabled and unable to work, with medical bills totaling $2 million and expected expenses reaching $10 million. The incident occurred in 2021, and investigators were unable to determine the origin of the metal or how it became dislodged. Cedar Point plans to reconfigure the ride and reopen in 2024.