Six Flags park to reopen as planned Friday, ride still closed after fatal fall
Summary
Six Flags Over Georgia will reopen on Friday but will keep the Goliath roller coaster closed following a fatal accident. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was ejected from the ride and died, with investigations ongoing by police and state safety officials.Key Facts
- Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was ejected from the Goliath roller coaster and died from his injuries.
- The incident happened on Monday at Six Flags Over Georgia, near Atlanta.
- Several other people were also injured in the accident.
- Kariem was at the park with family to celebrate his niece's birthday.
- He worked for Atlanta Public Schools as IT manager, technology teacher, and robotics coach for over 12 years.
- The Goliath roller coaster, which is 200 feet tall and can reach speeds of 70 mph, has been closed since the accident.
- Investigations are ongoing by Cobb County Police and Georgia’s Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.
- Six Flags has temporarily closed similar roller coasters at other parks as a safety precaution.
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