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Six Flags death: Hassan Kariem's niece was sitting next to him
WSB-TV • • nation
Key Points:
- Hassan Kariem tragically died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia while celebrating his 13-year-old niece Navi's birthday.
- Navi witnessed the incident, reporting that Kariem fainted and his safety latch came loose, leading to his fall.
- Kariem had expressed excitement about the ride and asked Navi to hold his sunglasses just before boarding, a moment his family hopes was his last happy memory.
- Family members are seeking answers and accountability, questioning whether the accident could have been prevented to avoid similar tragedies.
- Kariem is remembered fondly by his family for his generosity and love, symbolized by a Harry Potter-themed cake topper he made for Navi's birthday party the night before.
