Six Flags announces new safety measures for Goliath coaster following rider death
Summary
Six Flags said it will add seat belts to the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia after a rider died when he was ejected on Oct. 12. The ride remains closed while the park and police investigate and inspect it; eight other similar coasters also remain closed as Six Flags reviews their safety measures.Key Facts
- Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died after being ejected from Goliath on Oct. 12, according to Cobb County police.
- Police said Kariem struck other patrons before falling beneath the ride; the article reports that other people were injured.
- A relative told ABC News that Kariem was at the park with family to celebrate his niece’s birthday and sat beside her on the ride.
- Goliath had lap-bar restraints before the incident, and Six Flags plans to add seat belts.
- Six Flags said it has hired independent engineers and ride inspectors to review safety procedures across its parks.
- The park and police investigations are ongoing, and Goliath remains closed.
- Six Flags initially closed nine similar coasters as a precaution; eight remained closed on Oct. 24, with seat belts or other restraints planned.
- Goliath opened in 2006 and reaches a height of 200 feet and speeds of up to 70 mph, according to the park.
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