Rollercoaster at LA’s Six Flags shut after two riders suffered brain injuries, inquiry finds
Summary
The X2 rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California has been closed since July after two riders suffered serious brain injuries. The ride, known for its fast speeds and spinning seats, has a history of injuries and lawsuits related to safety concerns.Key Facts
- The X2 rollercoaster reaches speeds of up to 76 mph and spins riders 360 degrees.
- Two recent riders lost consciousness and were hospitalized with brain injuries after riding X2 in July.
- One rider, Pamela Guillen, had a severe brain bleed and now experiences ongoing health issues.
- Another rider, Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, remains in a coma after her injury.
- The ride has been closed since July 12, and the park declined to comment on the incident.
- CNN found records of injuries and two deaths connected to the X2 ride over the past 20 years.
- Six Flags settled a wrongful death lawsuit related to X2 after a 22-year-old man died from a brain injury in 2022.
- State inspections of the ride relied on safety standards set by a committee of theme park operators and ride makers.
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