A man died on Monday after falling from the Goliath coaster. The incident happened at Six Flags Over Georgia.

Several other people were also injured in the same event. The park is about 15 miles (25 kilometers) northwest of Atlanta.

Passengers were left stranded before emergency workers got them off the ride. They then had to make their way down a steep path.

Six Flags Over Georgia said it was "deeply saddened" by the tragedy. Police said the incident happened shortly before 4 p.m.

Detectives are investigating. Authorities have not said what caused the incident.

Officials have also not explained how the others were injured. Six Flags also closed similar rides at its parks for now.

Goliath opened in 2006. The ride is about 200 feet tall. It can reach speeds of up to 70 miles per hour.