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Six Flags Over Georgia: One dead and several injured on Goliath roller coaster

A fatal incident occurred on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia near Atlanta, resulting in the death of 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem. Witnesses reported that the man was ejected from his seat, striking other passengers before falling. Several other individuals were injured during the event.

The Cobb County Police Department's major crimes unit is investigating the circumstances of the death. Following the tragedy, Six Flags announced the temporary closure of ten similar roller coasters across six parks in the United States and Canada as a precautionary measure. Affected attractions include Nitro in New Jersey, Raging Bull in Illinois, and Leviathan and Behemoth in Ontario, Canada.

Six Flags expressed deep condolences to the family of the deceased and is cooperating fully with local authorities. The Goliath coaster, which opened in 2006, reaches speeds of approximately 70 mph and a height of 200 feet.

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Atlanta · Austell · Bolliger & Mabillard · Cobb County Police Department · Georgia · Goliath · Goliath · Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem · Mableton · Michael Owens · Six Flags Entertainment Corporation · Six Flags Over Georgia

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Incident - TIMES. si [www.times.si]