Valencia, California theme park facing closure of the X2 coaster over brain-injury lawsuits
Charles Winters and other Black employees allege systematic racial discrimination at Six Flags Magic Mountain and Planet Fitness facilities, claiming reduced duties, stricter supervision, unlawful terminations, and denial of promotions. Lawsuits seek tens of millions in damages as the cases unfold in Los Angeles Superior Court and related venues.
Tidal Force at Hersheypark has closed after 32 years, ending its record-breaking 100-foot splash and 50 mph drop. The ride’s closure follows park announcements earlier this summer about its departure, with fans expressing nostalgia as Halloween events move forward at the park.
Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently shuttered the X2 roller coaster after multiple brain-injury lawsuits, including a 2022 fatality. The park says safety confidence has been shaken and is closing the ride. New lawsuits are anticipated as plaintiffs allege traumatic brain injuries from rides dating back to the past two years.
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More than 100 riders have filed or joined lawsuits alleging brain injuries from the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Plaintiffs describe intracranial hemorrhages and long-term disability after riding the 360-degree-rotating attraction, which remains closed amid legal action and inquiries.
Six Flags Magic Mountain has retired the X2 roller coaster following multiple injuries and lawsuits. The ride, which opened in 2008 and spins riders in 360 degrees, has been closed since July and is being shuttered permanently after safety concerns and legal settlements with victims’ families.
A 42-year-old man has died after being ejected from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday afternoon. Police have said the man struck other riders before falling under the ride; detectives from the Cobb County major crimes unit have opened an investigation. Six Flags has closed nine similar rides across its parks while authorities review the incident.