Six Flags Temporarily Closes Nine Roller Coasters After Reported Rider Fatality
Six Flags has temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six amusement parks after a rider reportedly died in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
St. Louis, MO, October 13, 2026 — Six Flags has announced the temporary closure of nine roller coasters spanning across six of its amusement park locations. This decision follows a reported fatality of a rider in an incident that occurred on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
The company has not provided specific details regarding the nature of the incident or the exact date it occurred. The closure affects a significant number of attractions, with nine roller coasters now out of operation at various parks within the Six Flags chain. The Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia was specifically identified as the site of the incident leading to the reported death.
Information regarding the identity of the rider, the precise cause of the incident, or any ongoing investigations was not immediately available. Six Flags has not released further statements detailing the timeline for the reopening of the affected roller coasters or the parks impacted beyond Six Flags Over Georgia. The contractor’s name and the specific permit status for the coasters were not provided in the available information.
The company’s action indicates a precautionary measure taken in response to the reported fatality. The full scope of the closure, including the names of the other five amusement parks affected by the roller coaster shutdowns, has not been specified.
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