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Orange County Fair circus arrow injury

Overview

On July 25, a cross‑bow act at New York's Orange County Fair resulted in an arrow striking performer Edwin Cuervo Rangel. He was airlifted to Westchester Medical Center and reported in stable condition while police opened an investigation.

By July 28, the injured performer had undergone surgery and was released from the hospital. The circus cancelled the crossbow portion of that night’s show but resumed regular performances without the risky act. Owner Alexander Murcia thanked first responders and asked the public to respect the performer’s privacy.

The incident prompted safety concerns and a brief alteration of the fair’s program, though the broader festivities continued as planned.

Entities

Orange County Fair · Edwin Cuervo Rangel · Benjamin Jackson · Circus Murcia · Middletown, New York

Timeline

  1. 18 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Orange County Fair Arrow Accident Injures Circus Performer in New York

    An arrow from a circus crossbow act hit a performer’s neck at the Orange County Fair in Middletown, NY; he was airlifted, treated and released, and the show resumed without the act.

  2. 20 days ago

    [CULTURE] 11 sources
    Circus Performer Injured by Arrow at Orange County Fair in New York

    An arrow hit circus performer Edwin Cuervo Rangel at New York's Orange County Fair; he was airlifted in stable condition. Police are investigating, and the circus says he will recover and shows will continue.

Sources

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