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An inflatable bounce ride obstacle course got loose with children still in it at about 3:41 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Goldman Park in Middletown.
An inflatable bounce ride obstacle course got loose with children still in it at about 3:41 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Goldman Park in Middletown.
Tyler Maloney, 11, (center) was on an obstacle course bounce ride Saturday, June 27, afternoon in Goldman Park in Middletown when somehow the inflatable unit pulled away from the ground and blew end over end with Tyler hanging on. The Highview Elementary student suffered only bruises. Also at the park that day were his sister Brittany, 13; and brother Zach, 9.
Staff photo by Greg Lynch Tyler Maloney, 11, (center) was on an obstacle course bounce ride Saturday, June 27, afternoon in Goldman Park in Middletown when somehow the inflatable unit pulled away from the ground and blew end over end with Tyler hanging on. The Highview Elementary student suffered only bruises. Also at the park that day were his sister Brittany, 13; and brother Zach, 9.
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An inflatable bounce ride obstacle course got loose with children still in it at about 3:41 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Goldman Park in Middletown.
An inflatable bounce ride obstacle course got loose with children still in it at about 3:41 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Goldman Park in Middletown.

The Maloney family portrait — father, mother and three healthy children — nearly was shattered.

On Saturday, June 27, Chris Maloney, a board member on the Middletown Pee Wee Football League, was signing up players at Douglass Park, while a few miles away, his wife, Melissa, and two sons, Tyler, 11, and Zach, 9, were watching their sister, Brittany, 13, play in a girls fast-pitch softball tournament run by Young American Youth Advancement Services.

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where is the money?
Are the police investigating?
why do lou and harry still have jobs/responsibilties?
They have proven only that they lie, misrepresent, and possibly misused funds.
Are they accountable to anyone? Who authorized them to advertise and collect funds for this fiasco?
Why hasn't the local news followed the story? It seems that there is a lot of dirt here that needs to be exposed.
Where is the money? It certainly was not spent on the tournament.
mike
7:14 PM, 7/18/2009
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WELL"if lew and Harry are so bad then why is Lew always over at lefferson park. Sounds like everyone is trying to bass the buck on Harry put the blame were it should go on lew. He has just about ruined Harry and his name
ME AGAIN
2:22 PM, 7/16/2009
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I've got a friend who umpired the YaYa Tournament and the check they gave him bounced! WOW! More bad publicity for the city
All knowing
8:19 PM, 7/13/2009
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Middletown Government should look at all of the do gooder's who do nothing but hate each other, and promote disfunctional activities that represent their community, and clean house. If they are not employees, then do not extend permits or contracts to them to run functions that hurt your town's reputation. based on posts here there are some hard feelings about the way things are being run. There are hundreds of people who attended the tournament that now have not so good opinions of Middletown.
mike
4:46 PM, 7/10/2009
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what happened to the improvements to lefferson park they cant even get painting done .I WOULD SAY THEIR ALL LAZY.you could only wish lew and harry ran that park BUT DONT WORRY THEY WILL WHEN THE CITY NEEDS HELP WITH IT AGAIN.Ithought our concession money was going toward that i should have known better
SDS FAN
4:45 PM, 7/9/2009
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What a shock......once everything starts to die down, you can always count on Gregg Pigg or his SDS sidekick to attempt to keep things stirred up. You two need to get a life and be concerned with your own organization and keep your noses out of everyone else's business. What losers. By the way...the improvements that have been made to Lefferson are awesome....NOT!!
Get Real
8:54 AM, 7/9/2009
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What a shock.....once everything starts to die down, you can always count on Gregg Pigg or Chris Cain to try and stir the pot again. You really need to get a life. Gregg even went on the MYSA site trying to stir things up......what a loser.
Get Real
8:51 AM, 7/9/2009
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Seems as if the hoopla surrounding the tournament supervised by Harry Gabbard & Lou Gibbs has died down but I feel compelled to comment. Sudden Death Softball has scheduling priveleges for Lefferson Park. We had NOTHING to do with the operation of the tournament Lou and Harry ran. The scheduling and communication problems were the fault of those two tournament directors. If you have questions or comments, please direct them to Harry & Lou.
Gregg- SDS V/P
Gregg Pigg
6:26 PM, 7/6/2009
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Harry and Lou should be put on the next train out of town. With all the problems this city has, it doesn't need bozo's like this saying they represent the community.
Allknowing
11:51 PM, 7/3/2009
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to: meagain
You don't get it.
The $ was supposed to pay for umpires,pizza, t-shirts, trophies, chaulk to line the fields,garbage removal, proper supervision of the tournament and it's associated activities (slide). Instead parents and children were lied to, and cheated out of an event they paid for.
Giving the money to a park or other children doesn't make up for the wrong done to the people who paid for a tournament.
mike
10:43 PM, 7/3/2009
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I know Harry and Lew THEY HAVE BIG HEARTS .AND THEY SAY THEY MAKE NO MONEY ALL THE MONEY GOES BACK INTO THE PARKS OR HELPING CHILDREN.im sure what they promised you will get it .give them a chance. call harry he will tell you whats going on
ME AGAIN
10:24 PM, 7/3/2009
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Pre-ordered T-shirt were not to found.
Were there Trophies?
Was there promised Pizza?
Who won the raffle?
I went to find Lou on Sunday at 9 am
(games started at 8) He was sitting on the curb at his apartment with his head in his hands.
He told me he broke his shoulder. Yet did not want to go to the hospital. He could not drive. Yet later he ump games.
Was he drunk? Or just a LIAR?
The only good thing was that a child didn't die!
NO, meagain they should not be left alone.

mike
6:33 PM, 7/3/2009
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To: meagain
NO.
Harry and Lou took on this responsibility.
Many families invested their money and time to attend this "world Series Type Atmosphere" as they advertised.
Friday night was a disaster.
Four umps never showed on Saturday at Lefferson.
Lefferson bathrooms were disgusting.
Sunday morning no one was at Gordon to open the fieldhouse for the umps.
The garbage cans were overflowing.
The fields were not lined on Sunday.
Brackets had teams in 2 locations at one time.

mike
6:27 PM, 7/3/2009
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YOU PEOPLE NEED HELP" dont you think harry feels bad for what has happen. MY GOODNESS LEAVE HIM ALONE
ME AGAIN
12:25 PM, 7/3/2009
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It seems that money and prizes are not accounted for. Has a crime of fraud been committed? Not including the slide incident, has a complaint been filed with the police?
Just wondering.
All teams were gauranteed 3 games. Our team played 2, because we were scheduled on two fields, at 2 different parks, at the same time. While we were playing one game we were forfieted out of the tournament at the other park.
mike
8:21 AM, 7/3/2009
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So Lou just works at Goldman all the time? Thats crap,Harry and Lou both work for MYSA for pay. Harry & Lou both are iresponsible men who ran a terrible tournament. They cheated kids out of their trophies, t-shirts and pizza. They hired umpires that cussed out people and they didn't even take the time to check and make sure the inflatables were securely attached to the ground. I can't believe MYSA would even consider Harry as their president. How can a non profit have Harry and pay him?
momofplayer
10:20 PM, 7/2/2009
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NO" you are so wrong Harry is a board member and will soon be presedent of MYSA but LEW has nothing to do with mysa he is a employee of the YA YA'S.And what does that have to do with anything?
ME AGAIN
9:40 PM, 7/2/2009
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Ok. Harry is a board member and Lou works for MYSA. They are both supposed to be volunteers, but both get paid by MYSA. I know this for a fact. What happened to the prepaid t-shirt money? Or the prepaid pizza party that fell thru or the trophies for the winners? This was poorly ran and Harry & Lou are getting away with alot of peoples money for all the prepaid items. Harry & Lou stand up and be accountable for your actions. Respond to the parents of the children you almost killed.
momofplayer
6:13 PM, 7/2/2009
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Lou Gibbs is a lying, cheating, good for nothing loser and you can't believe a word that comes out of his mouth.
Facts
2:01 PM, 7/2/2009
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Several times Lou Gibbs told coaches that the tournament was a fundraiser for the MYSA, Pee Wee and baseball associations. Harry Gabbard has no job other than youth field prep. Does he do it out of the goodness of his heart? This could have been another tragedy for the City of Middletown. The kind of news this city doesn't need!
Allknowing
1:25 PM, 7/2/2009
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I can't believe how some of you have turned this blog into an instrument to insult the Maloney family. How dare you! My daughter was playing in this tournament and wanted to play on the inflatables, as she did the night before, but because we insisted she eat first she was spared getting put through the spin cycle with Tyler. Someone was negligent by not ensuring the stuff was safe. The responsible parties should be held accountable. Way to hang tough Tyler!
Roger Zamudio
12:49 PM, 7/2/2009
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The tournament this weekend was NOT an MYSA tournament and Lou Gibbs is NOT an MYSA Board member. Please get your facts straight. The tournament was sponsored by the YA-YA's organization - it was simply held at Goldman Park.
Facts
12:22 PM, 7/2/2009
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If he is heatsick over what has happened then why "can he not be reached for comment". You would think he would publicly appoligize for the incident.

You are correct in saying that he does all those things. If I got paid for them I'd have to do them too. He does a good job with all the parks but thats what he gets paid to do!

I'm not knocking the man for having a job, just don't pretent and lead people on like he's doing it out of the kindness of his heart.

Guess what, I know too!!
12:11 PM, 7/2/2009
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Harry does make money and lots of it. My child played in this tournament ran by MYSA board members, Harry and Lou. The whole tournament was a mess. Games were way behind, terrible umpires,(cussing at parents)I bought a prepaid tee shirt and never got it.(wheres my money?)We were supposed to get trophies, but no trophies.ect... MOST IMPORTANT CHILDREN WERE NEARLY KILLED BECAUSE OF THEIR LACK OF JUDGEMENT. Harry & Lou needs to stand up and take responsiblity for their actions. TELL US WHATS UP.
momofplayer
11:33 AM, 7/2/2009
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Why isn't HARRY defending himself? He won't answer any calls or emails.
Jen
10:25 AM, 7/2/2009
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Harry MAKES very little money from his efforts. He lives FOR the local youth sports groups. He spends countless hours cleaning up the parks after games and practices(including cleaning up after ADULTS), maintaining fields, building and repairing dugouts and fencing, hauling his own sound equipment out to events, providing music and announcing games...the list goes on and on. The kids are his TOP priority and most work is volunteer. He is heartsick over what has happened and thankful Tyler is OK.
Someone Who Knows
9:04 AM, 7/2/2009
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Who ever said Harry doesn't make any money is full of **!*. He lives of EVERY youth sports group in Middletown.
Me Who?
10:50 PM, 7/1/2009
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Hey "Question", care to give you real name? Or is providing partial information that is not exactly the truth anonymously on a website all that you are willing to do. It would be interesting to see where that came from. I am a MYF board member as well. I am not afraid to give my name. This incident has absolutely nothing to do with MYF.
Jen Mitchell
6:26 PM, 7/1/2009
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The next time it happens, the accident could be fatal. I think what would have happened if it would have been a younger child who would not have thought to hold on while that 30 ft. slide was whipping around. Most parents do not go up the slide with their child regardless of age. There is not much you can do as you are watching your child fly through the air while you are on the ground. I pray that God will give the people who feel negatively toward the Maloney's some compassion.
Jen
5:45 PM, 7/1/2009
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It is very sad that people would leave such negative comments about this family! I know the Maloney family is thanking God that Tyler is okay! If they could have done anything to prevent this from happening, they would have. The organization that was responsible for setting up and manning the inflatables should be held responsible in some way. Chris and Melissa do not care about money. All they want is to prevent this from ever happening again.
Jen
5:45 PM, 7/1/2009
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HEY'HARRY is a great guy who would give his life for any child he cant help it if the people who works for him are MORONS. And he is a non profitt he makes no money .So give him a break
ME AGAIN
3:23 PM, 7/1/2009
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And Tyler Thank you for being such a great KID! You were there helping "little" kids that day to be safe on the ride. What a great kid to take time out of his day, instead of going and enjoying the rides, he was there standing watching other kids have fun! What a selfless act on your part Tyler! You rock! and Im so glad you are ok!
christina kakaris
12:22 PM, 7/1/2009
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Melissa and Chris Please do not listen or take to heart what these ignorant people are saying about you and your family! Everyone who knows you, knows that you are great parents and would do anything in your power to protect your children from harm! These morons dont have a clue! I hope you do sue the crap out of those idiots who owned the slide! They shouldnt have set up the ride without the proper stakes. It could have happened to any of us. My children were on that slide at the opening day.
Christina Kakaris
12:16 PM, 7/1/2009
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Are you People Serious? I am Melissas Cousin!!!! And Melissa and Chris are AWESOME parents! I Wish there were more out there like them! Tyler Is Eleven Years OLD not a baby! He Is the most kind Kid I have ever known. You people do not know them so take your bs somewhere else! I bet you people dont even have children. And as far as The kids haircuts what the heck is that supposed to mean. All 5 of my boys have mohawks does that mean we are white trash or money hungry? I think not!
Christina Kakaris
12:13 PM, 7/1/2009
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This whole tournament was doomed from the start. Prepaid T-shirts not delivered, failed pizza party, unsanctioned umpires, tournament directors who know nothing about fastpitch softball and hillbilly, mullet wearing organizers. Leave tournament organizing to people who know what they’re doing. Glad the young man is OK. Sue their ***** off!
AllKnowing
9:58 AM, 7/1/2009
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I own a company that rents inflatables like these. 18" stakes are not sufficient. I use 48" one's on mine. Just looking at the pictures i can tell the unit was not secured. Irresponsible owners. Thank God no one was killed.
Inflatable Owner
9:47 AM, 7/1/2009
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tyler is one of the greatest kids i know,and chris and melissa are great parents. they r praising God 4 sparing their son. And yes he could have been killed.....oh yeah if they sue its none of your ******* business *****!
a hater is born every minute
11:37 PM, 6/30/2009
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sue for everything and maybe they will make sure next time it will be safe for the kids
me
11:03 PM, 6/30/2009
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you want to talk about karma, how about this group pre-selling all those t-shirts for this tournament then NOT having them made. where did all that money go? i don't know but i think i know where its going!!!! THATS KARMA, HAHAHA
KARMA
10:40 PM, 6/30/2009
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I am not with the ballpark. I am not with anyone's organization.
question
10:31 PM, 6/30/2009
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I can't believe how shallow people are!! Come on it is an 11 year old boy!! And Thank God he was not seriously hurt!! Maloney family don't let these idiots get to you. I would hate to hear what rude comments people would have to say if he got injured really bad...that's wonderful supportive Middletown for ya!
shutuppeople
9:36 PM, 6/30/2009
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Tyler and family,

The Pickett family is just so thankful that you are OK after that incident! You are one super cool kid!

Alex, Max & Audrey Pickett from Highview and last year's baseball team!
Julie
9:02 PM, 6/30/2009
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Recent Tort Law has determined that if negligence by one owner does not apply to other owners. Once that inflatable was installed at Goldman Park and inflated, the person who actively set the inflatable on the ground, hooked up the fans, and started the generator is the sole responsible party. If anyone witnessed the accident and are traumatized and need counseling the operator will be held accountable. My God, Their could be hundreds of lawsuits filed. This could bankrupt them.
Delbert
8:11 PM, 6/30/2009
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Ok let me ask you a question. Lets say I own a car that has no working tail-lights. I take this car out onto the road. Some guy crosses the double yellow line and hits me head-on. That guy is going to pay. Even though I did not have tail-lights. If you are implying that he has knowledge that this blowup was faulty and he still let his family go on it you are freaking NUTS!!!. It sounds like your with the ballpark and your scared to death.
Question
8:00 PM, 6/30/2009
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Well it should matter because he is responsible and so is everyone that is part owner. They knew that they were going to be at the park
question
7:29 PM, 6/30/2009
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i think it makes a difference since hes on the footall boared does he know more about this than he said
fishy
7:22 PM, 6/30/2009
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Thats a good point. If people had to pay to get on you better have your ducks in a row.
p
7:18 PM, 6/30/2009
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Did it cost anything to get onto the slides or was their a fee?
mike
7:15 PM, 6/30/2009
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It does not matter who owns it as long as the ride was not properly operated. Who ever was using the slide that day is in charge. Thas the person to go after.
GH
7:14 PM, 6/30/2009
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I understand that this was an accident. But just a tidbit of information....Middletown Youth Football are part owners with the same inflatables....bet you didn't know that...hmmmm Isn't that right Chris?
question
7:01 PM, 6/30/2009
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Would you rather allow him to be around kids in private?
j
6:20 PM, 6/30/2009
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You tell them Melissa and Chris!!! I don't even know you, but I am absolutely shocked at how rude and judgemental some of these commments are. I would sue too!! I cannot imagine how it must have been for you watching that giant slide rolling over and over with your precious child inside not knowing if he would make it out alive or all in one piece. People on here are nuts!!!
jonsadumbass
6:19 PM, 6/30/2009
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What was DJ Schiavone doing anywhere near kids in Public? He is a Convited sex offender!!!!!!
wth?
5:55 PM, 6/30/2009
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this is not a life changing experience, get over it and move on. Dollar signs are not, WWJD
John
5:53 PM, 6/30/2009
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I would just like to say to the people that don't have a clue what they are talking about,you are way out of line!! I am Tyler's mom and I was there with him I was watching my daughters game and he asked me if he could go play and I said yes because I could see him from where I was he is 11 you know not 2 or 4 or a baby I think at his age he can go down a slide with out me holding his hand but had I known things were not secure I would have never,ever let him go! You don't know me, very immature
melissa maloney
5:14 PM, 6/30/2009
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I'm glad Tyler is okay. I know Chris personally and mark my word, he will sue. I know for a fact he will. Am I saying it's a bad thing? Absolutely not, I would too. That will teach these people to properly secure these inflatables before allowing kids to ride them.
HF
4:49 PM, 6/30/2009
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i am tyler's father i never said any thing about suing anybody i just answered what i was asked.Harry did come out there to cover his butt he called my son a liar to my friends and my daughter.i don't understand where you people get off saying this stuff about my family but i guess it is easy for you to do so behind a keyboard.we just have been showing our son as much love as we can and thanking god he is still here nothing else
chris
4:48 PM, 6/30/2009
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To the person who said the parents insurance should take care of it, you are an idiot. If you are in a car accident that is the other persons fault are you going to let your insurance take care of your medical bills? Probably not. This is the same thing. Negligence is on the part of the provider of this ride, so they should pay for the medical expenses. And to TK, Karma is spelled with a "K".
Jimbo
4:38 PM, 6/30/2009
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Why should mom and dads insurance have to pay a cent? The inflatable slides owners should pay for everything. If things were done correctly the ride would not have rolled over. If it was my child I would pull out my insurance card which would cover the cost of the squad and initial treatment. I would then pass the bills on to the ride owners for reimbursement.
uradmbass
4:17 PM, 6/30/2009
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Show me somewhere where this family is looking for millions. As I mentioned before I saw this kid being whipped around inside. He was falling and being slammed into the side walls. Yes this inflateable was made to jump. IT IS NOT MADE TO ROLL OVER AND OVER AND OVER with children inside. If mom was right beside him nothing would of changed. Get off the supervision crap. The inflatable was not secured properly = negligence. pay 100% of medical and squad. Should not of cut corners!
D
4:11 PM, 6/30/2009
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Ok - first off, WHO's bright idea was it to allow a FIFTH grader "monitor children" riding? He's a child himself. Anyone monitoring should be at LEAST 18 years of age, right? That's the first mistake. 2nd, the kid is FINE. He has a bruised butt and probably a bruised ego. If dad or mom has insurance, use it. If not, get re-imbursed the medical bills and leave it be. But I'll bet you my last dollar this man sues over this. Money hungry ba$****.
American Made
4:08 PM, 6/30/2009
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The parents are lying when they claim that they have not been contacted by anyone from the Yayas organization. I know for a FACT that Harry Gabbard went out to the hospital Saturday when this happened. These people are out to cash in on what they see as a chance to get rich quick.
Lying
3:39 PM, 6/30/2009
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The "device provder"? In the picture it looks like it says "YAYAS" on the front of the slide. These are the clowns that hosted the event. The artical says the president, Harry Gabbard, could not be reached for comment. This was 3 days ago. It appears they are not going to accept responsibility for the accident. If this is the case, I would sue them too! Not even an appoligy, WOW!
ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!
3:20 PM, 6/30/2009
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The family is definitely due the medical expenses. Hopefully, they will be content with that. But based on the haircuts on their young kids, I bet they will sue for more.
Jack
3:10 PM, 6/30/2009
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You can bet you bottom dollar this family has received letters from NUMEROUS PI attorneys. Not for justice, but for a piece of the pie.

Undoubtedly the amusement device provider was at fault for not securing the device, but, as many have said "by the grace of God" no true harm was caused to this child.

Hopefully the device provider has a decent insurance carrier who will "see this for what it could become" and just pay the ER expenses from their Medical Payments portion of the policy.
NYB
3:04 PM, 6/30/2009
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John Galt, I agree the family shouldn't be out any money over this but I'm afraid in today's world Mr. Maloney feels like he just won the lottery and is busy making the rounds to lawyers offices to make sure he does.
Gary
2:21 PM, 6/30/2009
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People are so sue crazy these days. I belive in Carma so hopefully these parents do the right thing and just thank God their child is ok!
TK
2:21 PM, 6/30/2009
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Cushioned ride or not it should be checked for safety. The amusement park should be fined for laziness. I can tell that some of you commenting obviously do not have children.
T
2:12 PM, 6/30/2009
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I think we are over-reacting here a little bit. He was in a cushioned ride; designed for children to jump up and down and around in. There wasn't much in it that could have hurt him; until the parent's took all the air out of it, that is! I just think that maybe he is due the er costs, but nothing else.
L
1:21 PM, 6/30/2009
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Regarding medical bills, even with insurance, the out-of-pocket for emergency treatment, tests, etc. can run hundreds of dollars. Becoming more popular are high-deductable plans where the insured pays everything up to an annual limit, when everything becomes covered. And don't forget a new favorite ploy of the local government, charging for ambulance and EMT runs on the faulty theory that it only costs the insurance company. Glad the kid is OK, but the family should be made whole financially.
John Galt
12:53 PM, 6/30/2009
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Yeah, Term, I couldn't help but notice that unfortunate choice myself! Looks like he did it himself.
And, Dad, let's not set out to make a buck over this. Utilize your insurance and teach your children how to take the high road.
Five&Dime
12:53 PM, 6/30/2009
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The real question is not what kind of parent lets their kids play unsupervised - the real question is what kind of parent allows their son to sport that hideous double-wide mohawk? Yikes! I'm glad the kid is OK though.
Terminator
12:37 PM, 6/30/2009
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How long are we going to beat this dead horse? He's fine, move on!
Hugh Jyanis
12:26 PM, 6/30/2009
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Sounds quite opportunistic that the parents want to turn this event into $. Be glad that your son is safe and move on. Don't be greedy. It's called Karma.
So sad
11:36 AM, 6/30/2009
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Chris Maloney wants to be reimbursed for his son’s medical expenses? What kind of father doesn't have medical insurance to protect his children against disease or accidents? His kid almost dies and his focus is on his wallet -or- locating an attorney?
Crystal
11:01 AM, 6/30/2009
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This was not an accident. I would call it an intentional tort as the ride was not secured properly. It could have been a direct rental from the local hardware store or similiar.
Inflates require a good 36" stake, not gutter nails. Hire a licensed pro with a trained operator the next time.
geo
10:26 AM, 6/30/2009
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I can totally understand this family wanting to be reimbursed for their son's medical bills. That's understandable. But the article states that aside from some bruises, he was not injured. Seeking "legal action" is nothing but seeing dollar signs and being greedy. Everyone is so quick to want to sue others these days, it's sickening. Get reimbursed for your medical expenses and move on. Stop using your son's misfortune as a way to make some money.
Get Real
10:13 AM, 6/30/2009
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Yes, the boy sounds a tad dramatic, but keep in mind, he was scared!
For those of you feeling superior because you never, ever let your child out of your sight and therefore nothing bad can happen - you're not being realistic. I wasn't there and I don't know the people involved, but I'm guessing that at this community event Mom knew where her son was. If she'd known supervising adults weren't in place and the thing wasn't properly tethered, do you think she would have allowed him on it?
Hershey
9:59 AM, 6/30/2009
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My husband is a liberal Democrat and he carries a Swiss Army knife everywhere! Not for protection, but for utility. Lots of people carry small knives - it's not unusual.
Liberals
8:37 AM, 6/30/2009
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State of Ohio requires all licensed rides to carry insurance. Owner or group renting inflate should have supplied adult supervision.
visitor
8:11 AM, 6/30/2009
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At least someone was there to help him. What would you have done nothing but stand there and watch him be killed.
Judy
7:45 AM, 6/30/2009
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You are worried about parents carrying knives. Are you nuts? We're probably talking about Swiss Army knives (the sort my husband and I both carry with us). Is no one prepared anymore? The article is about this young boy, his story and how he was helped by these people, who happen to have had knives. It's not like they were swords, nah, you'll have to wait for Ren. Fest. for that.
Cat
7:42 AM, 6/30/2009
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I don't go anywhere (other than on an airplane) without a knife..either a pocket knife, leatherman with knife, or my issued spring loaded gerber blade.
JohnnyAppleSeed
2:42 AM, 6/30/2009
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Some of you people on here are as dumb as can be. To the one askin who carries knives your just like all these politicians nowadays your an idiot. And you probably didn't read the whole article which it stated that it was a pocket knife not a knife you can find at your local butcher shop. IDIOT. Thank god the kid is alive.
WTF
1:58 AM, 6/30/2009
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Maybe the real question should be Who the hell stands by and takes pictures while this is going on?!?
S
12:35 AM, 6/30/2009
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Parents with knives. Thats horrible. I never carry a knife in public, I carry a gun! Have you never needed a pocket knife? You need need to hop off the happy train and join reel life. FOOL!!!!!
Mark
11:20 PM, 6/29/2009
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What were those parents doing in the park with knives?! Kinda weird...
JD
10:38 PM, 6/29/2009
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People are so funny sometimes...I bet if that was your child being tossed like a rag doll you would want someone to take responsiblity for what happen. It is not the parents fault it came off it's stakes even if they were standing at the bottom they could not have stopped this...
Sally
9:32 PM, 6/29/2009
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( Part 1) You’re all out of line. You have the audacity to compare this to a “Thrill ride". I watched this slide turn sideways top over bottom 4 times over a span of 70 yards. This wasn’t a case of it scooting along the ground. It was rolling over and over and over throwing this boy around like a rag doll. At one point the slide was at a 45 degree angle and I witnessed the boy fall 10 feet from the back to a safety net that luckily was below.
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M
9:22 PM, 6/29/2009
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(Part 2) As the slide continued to roll the boy was thrown back into the rear for another turn. People are thrown from overturned vehicles at 7 feet in the air and die from impact and never come in contact with the car that threw them. This boy was 35 to 40 feet in the air trapped on an out of control ride. Unless you would be willing to replace your 11 year old child with the boy you need check your own thought process.
M
9:21 PM, 6/29/2009
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little boys can be such drama kings 'I could have died' please by the way great parenting skills Mr and Mrs Maloney happy your safe
ANNA H
8:23 PM, 6/29/2009
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WHERE WAS THE MOTHER?!?!?! If I was the owner of that ride and this family wanted me to pay their medical bills I would laugh!!! No adult supervision=no PARENTAL supervision!!! I talk my kids to bannanas all the time, and it's INDOORS but I still stand by waiting on them to get off the ride. REALITY check you can't leave your kids alone AT ALL ESPECIALLY at goldman park...please people have some common sense and realize it's not like it used to be its a bad world crap happens.
Law suit happy
7:19 PM, 6/29/2009
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Get Real. I couldve died walking out my frontdoor this morning. Most Kids would pay big money for a thrill ride like that. When I grew up kids were tough. We walked 12 miles to school, up hill both ways, With my brother on my back.
John
6:37 PM, 6/29/2009
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Yes, and they DO have insurance.
me
6:20 PM, 6/29/2009
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I am just curious if the City of Middletown Required this outfit to have a million dollar insurance policy like they do everyone else in case someone gets hurt on city property?
Just Curious
5:34 PM, 6/29/2009
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