Six Flags Shares Slide 16% After Fatal Roller Coaster Incident in Georgia
Updated on: October 13, 2026 / 12:42 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Six Flags shares fell significantly after a 42-year-old man died on a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
- The man was ejected from the ride, striking other patrons before falling.
- Several people were injured during the incident, according to police.
- The specific roller coaster involved has not been confirmed, but the Goliath ride was seen shut down.
- Six Flags temporarily closed similar attractions across its parks as a precaution.
- An industry expert suggested such incidents are usually due to engineering, operation, or rider issues and historically have little impact on sales.
- The stock drop extends a slide that began in September, with shares down 33.8% year-to-date.
- The company faces challenges including high CEO turnover and financial struggles post-merger with Cedar Fair.