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Six Flags to add seat belts to roller coaster after Georgia man falls to his death
NBC News • • business
Key Points:
- Six Flags announced it will add seat belts to the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia following the fatal ejection of Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem on October 12.
- Goliath and several other rides across multiple Six Flags parks remain closed as part of new safety measures and ongoing inspections.
- The company has engaged independent engineers and ride inspection specialists to review safety procedures across all its parks and rides.
- Six Flags CEO John Reilly emphasized the company's commitment to accountability and communication regarding safety improvements.
- Despite the closures, over 220 roller coasters operated by Six Flags remain open, with the company yet to specify reopening timelines for the affected rides.
