Byline: Clifford G. Cumber
Oct. 12--FREDERICK -- The owner of a roller coaster that county officials contend is being built illegally near New Market said late Tuesday he is following the rules.
Adventure Park USA owner Larry Stottlemyer's comments -- his first public statement since news broke that the county considered construction of the 44-foot-high amusement ride illegal -- were sent in a press release late Tuesday night through an advertising and public relations firm.
"The reaction and statements made by the county have been very upsetting," Mr. Stottlemyer said in the release. "We take safety very seriously at Adventure Park USA. I wouldn't have a …