Escalator Malfunction at Vine City Raises Alarms: Experts Call for Investigation into MARTA Safety Practices

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On July 15, 2023, an escalator malfunction at the Vine City station in Atlanta caused chaos after a Beyoncé concert, with witnesses reporting the escalator sped up uncontrollably, similar to a 2007 incident at Five Points station. MARTA attributed the incident to a "stampede" of riders, but escalator experts suggested a likely brake failure, calling for a thorough investigation into the mechanical issues. The escalator has been barricaded since the incident, and state inspectors are currently reviewing the findings before it can be put back into service.