Six Flags Over Georgia Issues Statement Following Guest Ride Incident on Goliath Rollercoaster

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  • calendar_today October 12, 2026

Six Flags Over Georgia Responds to Guest Ride Incident

Six Flags Over Georgia officials have released a statement following a guest ride incident that occurred at the amusement park on Monday. The incident involved the park’s Goliath rollercoaster and led to the removal of riders from the attraction, according to initial reports.

Statement From Park Officials

A spokesperson for Six Flags Over Georgia addressed the situation in a statement, expressing the park’s condolences. The statement read, "We are deeply saddened by the guest incident at our park today. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the guest’s family, friends, and loved ones. We are also providing support to the guests and team members affected."

Immediate Park Safety Response

In response to the guest ride incident, the park’s team, alongside local authorities, acted promptly. Six Flags Over Georgia officials confirmed their immediate cooperation with local authorities to ensure a thorough response and to initiate an investigation into the occurrence.

Details About the Incident

The statement noted that the reported incident took place on the Goliath rollercoaster. As a precaution, all riders were safely removed from the ride. However, park officials have refrained from providing further specifics out of consideration for the guest’s family.

Support and Cooperation with Authorities

Six Flags Over Georgia stated they are offering support to affected guests and park team members following the guest ride incident. The park is fully cooperating with authorities and supporting the ongoing safety investigation led by the Cobb County Police Department.

Additional Information and Investigation

At this time, park officials have said they will not be sharing any further details regarding the incident in order to respect the privacy of those affected. They have directed any additional inquiries about the incident to the Cobb County Police Department as the investigation continues.

Source: wrbl.com.