Atlanta Teacher Identified as Man Who Died After Falling from Six Flags Roller Coaster

Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, a 42-year-old teacher from the Atlanta area, has been identified as the man who died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.

Kariem was riding the 200-foot tall roller coaster with his son when he fell from his seat. Witnesses reported that he struck roller coaster cars multiple times as he fell to his death. His wife and daughter were reportedly watching from the ground at the time of the incident.

Family members described Kariem as a "passionate educator" who loved his city. The incident occurred on Monday.

Some riders' souvenir photos reportedly captured the moments of the fall. According to reports, many other park-goers were covered in blood as a result of the incident.