Man believed dead after fall from Six Flags Over Georgia ride
Police confirmed one person died and several were injured after an incident around 4pm Monday.
A man is believed to have fallen from a rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday. Emergency services were called to the park around 4pm local time on Monday.
Workers removed riders who were left stuck on an incline, according to the BBC. The man has not been identified, and the circumstances of his death are not yet clear.
Witnesses told 11 Alive a man was ejected from the ride. Six Flags said it was deeply saddened and is cooperating fully with authorities.
The Goliath launched in 2006 and reaches 136 kmph, with a 77 metre drop.
- One person dead, several injured
- Deaths Confirmed
- 136 kmph
- Ride Speed
- 77 metre drop
- Ride Drop
- Around 4pm Monday
- Incident Time
Why it mattersInvestigators will now work out what happened, which matters for anyone who rides big coasters.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet. Aussies visiting US parks would only feel it if new safety rules follow the investigation.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au
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