One dead and several hurt after roller coaster incident at Six Flags

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The Cobb County Police Department said it was investigating the incident at the park, about 15 miles (24km) from Atlanta, according to the BBC's news partner CBS.

The agency did not specify what ride was involved, but aerial footage from news helicopters showed the Goliath roller coaster stuck on the railway, with riders being helped off by workers.

Six Flags Over Georgia said it was "deeply saddened by the guest incident at our park today. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the guest's family, friends, and loved ones."

Officials have not said how the person was killed. The BBC has contacted local police and fire authorities.