Struck by rollercoaster at Royal Melbourne Show, 26-year-old woman left in medically induced coma
Shylah Rodden is currently in a medically induced coma. Rodden family is considering legal actions against the roller coaster operators at Royal Melbourne Show.

According to reports, she was looking for her mobile phone when the coaster carriage hit her. The accident left Shylah Rodden in a critically injured condition leading to a medically induced coma.
The Melbourne Accident
The accident occurred on September 25 in Melbourne at the Royal Melbourne show. The impact stuck her hard, and she fell from nine feet above the ground. Her injury included broken legs and arms, a critical head injury, and broken feet. The family informed that their daughter underwent many surgeries but remained in a coma due to a brain injury. Last week, Royal Melbourne Hospital confirmed that Shylah's condition has been downgraded from critical to serious.
Shylah Rodden and family
Through a social media post, it was later known that Shylah was grieving the death of her elder brother. Rodden Family is considering taking legal action against the Roller coaster team.However, an inspection of the ride shortly after Shylah Rodden's accident, called it entirely safe for use.
FAQ-
- What did Shylah's father say about the accident?
Shylah Rodden's family reported that the injuries were horrific. Her father said, from the brain to the pelvis to arms and legs, there's not one thing that's not broken. - What messages have Shylah Rodden's friends left for her?
Rodden's friends have left messages requesting everyone to pray for Shylah.
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