Man who died in Six Flags rollercoaster fall in Georgia was a father and educator

A 42-year-old Atlanta man with a history of battling cancer died after being ejected from a rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, authorities confirmed. The incident also left multiple other riders injured, with police identifying the victim as a father of a 10-year-old daughter. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident, which occurred during a ride at the popular theme park. Details on the cause of the ejection and the extent of other injuries remain under review.

Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was a father of 10-year-old daughter, and overcame two bouts of cancer, his family saysPolice on Tuesday identified the victim of the fatal accident at Six Flags Over Georgia as 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem of Atlanta.Kariem fell to his death after being ejected from his seat and several others were injured in an incident involving a rollercoaster at the theme park. Continue reading...