Six Flags Tragedy in Georgia Prompts Nine Roller Coaster Closures

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Goliath Roller Coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia — Credit: Wikipedia

Atlanta father dies in Goliath roller coaster incident as investigators examine safety concerns.

A family outing at Six Flags Over Georgia turned tragic when Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was fatally injured after being thrown from the Goliath roller coaster while riding with his son. Four other visitors were reportedly injured, prompting an investigation and the precautionary closure of nine similar roller coasters across North America.

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