What experts say the Six Flags death investigation will focus on
Summary
Experts are investigating the death of a man who fell from a roller coaster called Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia. The investigation will look into possible maintenance problems, design issues, or mistakes by ride operators to find out what caused the accident.Key Facts
- Hassan Kariem, 42 years old, died after being ejected from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
- The ride has been closed since the accident.
- Georgia’s Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, John F. King, is leading the investigation.
- The investigation will examine maintenance, design flaws, and human error as possible causes.
- A March inspection found no violations but noted that bushings (parts that reduce friction) needed replacing.
- Goliath can reach speeds of 70 mph and is 200 feet tall; it was made by a Swiss company named Bolliger & Mabillard.
- Ride staff are supposed to check restraints daily to ensure riders are secure before the ride starts.
- Six Flags says safety is a priority and that they have strict training and maintenance programs for their rides and operators.
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