Six Flags adds seat belts after Goliath death
Six Flags will add seat belts to the Goliath coaster after a rider's death in Georgia. ABC News and Fox News said the hyper coaster stays closed while the park inspects it and investigates. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was ejected from the ride on October 12.
Six Flags said it will add seat belts and other safety measures to the Goliath coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia after a rider was killed when he fell off the ride. ABC News and Fox News reported the Saturday announcement. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was ejected from the ride on October 12.
Administrators said the hyper coaster will remain closed as they continue to inspect it and investigate the death. They said they are committed to making changes to the ride. The announcement came nearly two weeks after the fatal fall in Austell, Georgia.
Theme parks often retrofit restraints after rare ejections while engineers and regulators review design and rider factors. Families and lawyers typically seek more detail on lap-bar checks and camera evidence. The pages did not post a final cause Monday.
What we know: Six Flags will add seat belts to Goliath and keep the coaster closed during the investigation.
What we don't: The official cause of the ejection, and when the ride might reopen.
Where outlets agree ABC News and Fox News report Six Flags will add seat belts to Goliath and keep the ride closed.
Where they differ The cited reports agree on the key facts so far.