Six Flags temporarily closes 9 rides across 6 parks after deadly incident on Georgia roller coaster

Updated on: October 13, 2026 / 7:44 PM EDT / CBS News

Six Flags temporarily closes 9 rides across 6 parks after deadly incident on Georgia roller coaster

TL;DR

  • Six Flags closed nine rides across six parks after a man died falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
  • The deceased has been identified as 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem of Atlanta.
  • Witnesses described the man coming "straight up out of his seat" during the ride.
  • The company stated that the safety of guests and team members is a top priority.
  • This incident occurs two weeks after Six Flags permanently closed its X2 roller coaster at Magic Mountain due to allegations of serious injuries.
  • An investigation is underway in Georgia, with authorities examining footage, logs, and witness statements.
  • A professor suggested the low odds of roller coaster incidents but advocated for federal oversight of safety standards.