Six Flags permanently closes X2 rollercoaster after injury reports

Summarised from 5 outlets · Updated 29 Sept, 22:32 · Archive

Six Flags has permanently shut down its X2 rollercoaster in Valencia, California, following allegations of serious injuries.

Six Flags has permanently closed the X2 rollercoaster at its Magic Mountain park in Valencia, California. More than 100 people have alleged they were injured by the ride, which reaches speeds of 76mph and features seats that rotate 360 degrees. The ride had been closed since mid-July after reports of severe injuries.

How it is being reported

• Six Flags to close X2 coaster at Magic Mountain park after reportUPI · 29 Sept, 22:45
• Six Flags will DEMOLISH notorious X2 rollercoaster after thrill ride was accused of killing one man and injuring multiple othersDaily Mail · 29 Sept, 22:20
• Six Flags officially closes X2 roller coaster after multiple severe brain injuries were reportedIndependent World · 29 Sept, 21:43
• Six Flags permanently shuts down X2 rollercoaster after claims of brain injuriesGuardian World · 29 Sept, 21:16
• Six Flags Magic Mountain permanently shuts down X2 after series of catastrophic brain injuriesNew York Post · 29 Sept, 20:12

In this story: Six Flags · Magic Mountain · Valencia · California

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