HAUNTING FINAL WORDS BEFORE TRAGEDY AT SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA

A day meant for joyful celebration turned into an unthinkable tragedy at Six Flags Over Georgia. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, a 42-year-old beloved educator, lost his life while riding the Goliath roller coaster during a family birthday gathering. Moments before the tragic event occurred, Hassan enthusiastically expressed his excitement, uttering the haunting final words: “This is my favorite ride.”

Adding to the emotional weight of the tragedy, Hassan’s young niece was seated right beside him when the incident took place. In the painful aftermath, his grieving family has issued a heartfelt plea to the public, asking people to refrain from sharing or circulating distressing footage of the incident on social media and to respect their privacy during this profoundly difficult time.

Beyond the terrible circumstances of his passing, Hassan is being remembered by his community, students, and loved ones as a deeply devoted educator and a compassionate family man who touched many lives. As the family navigates this unbearable loss, they hope the focus will remain on honoring Hassan’s memory and the positive impact he made during his life, rather than the tragic final moment on the ride.