Five Hospitalized After Six Flags, NJ, Incident

Several people suffered injuries and five were hospitalized after a roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey malfunctioned at the end of the ride, the amusement park said.

6 ABC's Chopper 6 was overhead as ambulances could be seen near the base of the "El Toro" roller coaster.

The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. Thursday, according to park officials.

NBC 4 reported that as the ride was coming toward its conclusion, something malfunctioned and caused multiple injuries to the passengers aboard at the time.

WPIX 11 reported that El Toro has since been closed for inspection, the spokesperson said.