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Man who died at Six Flags Over Georgia sat next to niece on Goliath ride, brother-in-law says
ABC7 Los Angeles • • general
Key Points:
- Hassan Kariem died after being ejected from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia during a birthday visit with his family.
- Kariem's daughter, who was seated next to him, described the ride's latch coming undone after several ups and downs, leading to his fall.
- The Goliath coaster was last inspected in March and showed no warning signs, according to the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.
- Kariem's family remembers him as a devoted father and technology enthusiast, and they are awaiting the investigation's conclusion before holding a memorial.
- The incident has prompted safety concerns and the temporary closure of the ride, with Six Flags Over Georgia planning to reopen as scheduled except for the Goliath coaster.
