One person dies after Six Flags rollercoaster incident in Georgia

A man was killed and others injured when a rollercoaster stopped mid‑ride at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to the BBC. The incident occurred on Monday before 16:00 local time, the BBC reported. The ride involved was the Goliath rollercoaster, the BBC said. The park is 15 miles from Atlanta, the BBC noted.

The Cobb County Police Department said the victim, Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was found beneath the ride and was not breathing. Police said he was ejected from the ride and struck other patrons before falling, according to the department. The police are investigating the incident, the department stated.

Six Flags said it was temporarily closing nine rides across the US and Canada as a precaution, according to the park. The company expressed deep sadness and offered condolences, the statement said. Six Flags said it was cooperating with local authorities, the statement added.

The Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire said it was reviewing the incident to ensure compliance with policies, according to the office. Local witnesses reported that the rider was loose from his seat and struck other riders, the BBC reported. The incident was captured in souvenir photos taken automatically by the ride, the BBC added.