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Investigation Continues
UPDATED: 10:12 am EDT August 17,
2003
PAINESVILLE, Ohio -- The 8-year-old boy shocked at the Lake County Fair last week remains in critical condition Sunday.
Greyson Yoe was hurt while waiting in line for a ride called The Scooter. He was severely shocked when it is believed he touched a pole. Yoe is being treated at MetroHealth Medical Center, while the investigation into his injuries continues. Yoe was at the fair with his father and called out, "Help me" while being shocked, witnesses said.
According to NewsChannel5, witnesses said the boy was so severely shocked that his ankles were burned.Officials said the ride, called the Scooter, was inspected by the state before the fair kicked off. The ride is a bumper-car style ride.
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Boy ShockedAccording to NewsChannel5, witnesses said the boy was so severely shocked that his ankles were burned.Officials said the ride, called the Scooter, was inspected by the state before the fair kicked off. The ride is a bumper-car style ride. Previous Stories:
- August 14, 2003: Boy, 8, In Coma After Being Shocked At County Fair
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