What we know about the man who died falling from a Six Flags rollercoaster
Summary
A 42-year-old man named Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem died after falling from a rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday. The man was ejected from the ride, struck other riders, and then fell to the ground. An investigation is ongoing, and Six Flags has closed several rides temporarily as a safety measure.Key Facts
- The incident happened just before 4 p.m. local time at Six Flags Over Georgia.
- The man died after being thrown from the rollercoaster and hitting other people.
- The rollercoaster involved is believed to be the Goliath ride.
- Six Flags has closed nine rides across the US and Canada as a precaution.
- The Goliath rollercoaster is 200 feet tall, can reach speeds up to 70 mph, and is rated 4 out of 5 on the park’s thrill scale.
- Witnesses describe the event as shocking and traumatic.
- The office responsible for amusement park safety in Georgia is reviewing the incident.
- Six Flags expressed condolences to the deceased man’s family and loved ones.
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