{
  "id": 11038009,
  "title": "Six Flags \"permanently retiring\" its X2 roller coaster",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/six-flags-permanently-retiring-its-x2-roller-coaster",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T17:12:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The A.V. Club",
    "slug": "the-a-v-club",
    "url": "https://www.avclub.com/six-flags-permanently-retires-x2-roller-coaster"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Six Flags Magic Mountain is set to permanently retire its X2 roller coaster after recent safety concerns and legal issues. The decision to retire the ride, originally launched in 2002, comes after three parties recently filed suits alleging brain injuries, and the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health has launched an inquiry into the incidents. Two riders, Pamela Guillen and Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, suffered severe injuries and remain hospitalized, while at least 100 more individuals are reportedly coming forward with similar claims. Despite Six Flags' efforts to maintain ride safety, the amusement park's president, Brian Oerding, stated that ride safety is a top priority and when guest confidence is affected, the company takes it seriously. As for what's next for Six Flags, accountability does not seem to be on the horizon, as Oerding emphasized the company's commitment to creating fun and thrilling experiences underpinned by comprehensive safety policies.",
  "summary": "The move comes after a CNN report in August that tied several brain injuries to the amusement park ride.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}