What the Six Flags Over Georgia death investigation will focus on, according to roller coaster inspection experts

October 22, 2026 / 11:44 AM EDT / CBS News

Ride inspection experts expect the investigation into the death of a man who fell from a Georgia roller coaster this month to examine if maintenance issues, design flaws or human error led to the incident at Six Flags Over Georgia.

The Goliath has been closed since 42-year-old Hassan Kariem died after witnesses say he was ejected from the ride.

John F. King, Georgia's Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, who is leading the investigation, said investigators will not "cut corners, rush to conclusions, or leave questions unanswered without making every effort to resolve them."

"Our team has been on the ground working day and night to ensure that every relevant detail receives the attention it deserves," he said in a statement last week.

A spokesperson for the park said in a statement to CBS News that "our thoughts remain with the family and loved ones affected by the tragic incident in Georgia."

"Nothing is more important to Six Flags than the safety of our guests and team members, and we remain focused on supporting ongoing investigations alongside state authorities and the ride manufacturer," the spokesperson said.

A March inspection of the…

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