Goliath Coaster Passed Inspection Before Fatal Fall at Six Flags Over Georgia The Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia passed its March inspection with zero safety violations before a fatal accident killed Hassan Karim on Monday. The Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia passed its March state inspection with zero safety violations before a fatal accident on Monday in Austell that killed 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem. The Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner confirmed the annual inspection occurred on March 16, with no violations, deficiencies, citations, or red tags reported. First responders arrived at the Austell theme park at 3:58 p.m. on Monday after Kariem was ejected from the train. He fell into a wooded area below the track and died from his injuries. Four other passengers, all children and teens, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to local hospitals. Kariem's partner's niece sat beside him and was not physically hurt.Investigation Into Goliath Coaster ContinuesState regulators and police are conducting an exhaustive investigation into the mechanical systems and restraints of the Goliath hypercoaster. The ride remains closed indefinitely as inspectors examine maintenance logs and computerized restraint equipment.The coaster passed its most recent annual state review with zero infractions, leaving investigators and former ride workers searching for answers. Park leadership declined an on-camera interview but stated that safety is their highest priority and that they are committed to rigorous ride inspection, maintenance, and safety procedures.Former Operator Details Safety MeasuresBrycen Whatley, a former Six Flags ride operator who worked at the park from 2024 through 2025 and operated Goliath in 2024, expressed shock at the tragedy. He described multiple layers of security protecting riders on the track, including both visual and mechanical safety measures.Whatley explained that each lap-bar restraint must be down a certain amount before it shows green on the main panel. The train cannot leave the station unless all restraints are green, which requires at least three clicks. Operators also manually confirm locks by checking a yellow line where the restraint pivots, and he emphasized there is no way around it, even in maintenance mode.He detailed the locking hardware as resembling a gear with a pin. When asked about safety, Whatley said the coasters are incredibly safe and that such accidents are very rare. He noted that roller coasters are controlled by computers 100 percent of the time, with humans only pressing the button to start the ride.Training And Maintenance ProtocolsWhatley confirmed rigorous crew preparation, stating that attendants must complete at least 20 cycles and main operators 30 cycles during extensive training. He said they are trained properly on exactly how to check restraints.He also outlined daily upkeep, noting that rides are inspected multiple times a year and that maintenance works through the night and early morning to thoroughly check all components, including restraints, sensors, brakes, panel, lift tow, and motor.Six Flags Over Georgia Park President Richard Pretlow addressed the situation in a written message, stating that Goliath remains temporarily closed with no anticipated reopening date. He acknowledged the concern surrounding the incident and appreciated the patience of guests, season passholders, and community members.Kariem worked as a devoted educator at Wesley International Academy and had survived cancer twice.