What we know about the man who died falling from a Six Flags rollercoaster

What the report says

Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died on Monday after police said he was ejected from a rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, in the US state of Georgia. According to the Cobb County Police Department, the incident happened just before 16:00 local time, and investigators are still working to determine what happened. The ride involved has not been formally named by officials, although aerial footage and witness accounts identified it as the Goliath coaster.

BBC World News reported that police said Kariem struck other riders before falling beneath the attraction. The Georgia insurance and fire safety commissioner’s office is also reviewing the incident. As a precaution, Six Flags has temporarily closed nine rides across the US and Canada while the investigation continues. The company said it was deeply saddened and offered condolences to Kariem’s family and loved ones.

The article also described Kariem as a father and educator who lived in Atlanta and worked for Wesley International Academy for more than 12 years in technology-related roles. The school said he was well respected in its community. Witnesses told media outlets that the scene was chaotic and distressing, but authorities have not yet released a full explanation for how he was ejected. The case has renewed attention on ride safety at major theme parks, though the BBC noted that key facts remain unconfirmed.