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Goliath roller coaster

The Goliath roller coaster is a ride at Six Flags Over Georgia that was involved in a fatal accident on October 13, 2026, when Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was thrown from the coaster and died. The park temporarily closed Goliath and other attractions while investigations continued, and on October 14, 2026, authorities confirmed the death and the temporary closure of the ride.

4 stories·Updated Oct 15

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A man was ejected from the Goliath coaster and died after falling and striking the coach before hitting the ground. Oct 15
The Goliath coaster and nine other rides at six parks were closed while investigators from Georgia and the manufacturer examine the equipment. Oct 15
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was thrown from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Oct 14
The park temporarily closed Goliath and several other rides while authorities investigate. Oct 14
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Oct 13