Family of US man who died on Six Flags ride question if death was preventable
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem died after reportedly ‘passing out’ and falling off Goliath rollercoaster in Georgia The family of a man who was ejected from a rollercoaster at a Six Flags amusement park in Georgia and died has publicly questioned whether the death could have been prevented. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was riding the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia near Atlanta alongside his…
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, a 35-year-old US educator, tragically passed away after falling from the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Kariem was riding the ride with his niece during a family birthday celebration when the accident occurred. His niece witnessed his death and told Atlanta ABC News affiliate WSB-TV that he had "passed out" before being ejected from the coaster.
Joshua Nelson, Kariem's brother-in-law, described the terrifying moments leading up to his uncle's death, stating that Kariem's seat-latch may have come loose. Kariem had been eagerly anticipating a ride on the Goliath, which he considered one of his favorite attractions. Nelson expressed hope that his brother-in-law did not experience pain during the final moments.
Kariem's career included a tenure as a technology teacher at Wesley International Academy, followed by a role as an information technology manager. The Cobb County Police Department's major crimes unit is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Kariem's death. In response to the incident, Six Flags temporarily closed nine rollercoasters at six amusement parks across the United States.
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