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X2 roller coaster shut down at Six Flags Magic Mountain amid lawsuits
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently retired the X2 rollercoaster after nearly 20 years, citing concerns over guest confidence despite the ride passing multiple safety tests.
- The decision follows multiple lawsuits alleging that riders suffered severe brain injuries due to design flaws dating back to the ride's opening in 2002.
- Over 100 people have reportedly come forward with injury claims, including Pamela Guillen, who suffered a traumatic brain injury requiring emergency surgery after riding X2.
- Other plaintiffs include Michael Wick, who can no longer practice law due to brain injuries from the ride, and Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, who remains hospitalized and unable to breathe independently after riding X2.
- Plaintiffs' attorney Gary A. Dordick stated that the closure was overdue and vowed to continue seeking accountability and justice for all injured riders.
