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1 dead, several injured in roller coaster incident at Six Flags park: Police

1 dead, several injured in roller coaster incident at Six Flags park: Police

Also reported by BBC US, CBS News

Summary

One person died and several were injured in an accident on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia in Cobb County. Police and park staff responded quickly, and an investigation is ongoing to understand what happened.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened shortly before 4 p.m. on Monday at Six Flags Over Georgia, located in Austell, Cobb County.
  • One person died, and several others were injured in the roller coaster accident.
  • Police officers at the park and additional patrol officers rushed to the scene.
  • Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are investigating the cause of the incident.
  • Riders were evacuated from the Goliath roller coaster after the accident.
  • Six Flags is cooperating with police and providing support to affected guests and staff.
  • The park has not released more details to respect the victim’s family’s privacy.
  • This is a developing story with updates expected as the investigation continues.
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