Karma is a bitch, part three...

Boy Decapitated by Batman Ride at Georgia Six Flags

Saturday, June 28, 2008

AUSTELL, Ga. — A teenager was killed at the Six Flags Over Georgia on Saturday when he hopped a pair of fences into a restricted area and was struck by the theme park's popular Batman roller coaster, authorities said.

The accident took place at approximately 2 p.m.

Park spokeswoman Hela Sheth said in a news release the 17-year-old scaled two six-foot fences that were clearly marked with signs that read "Danger" and "Do Not Enter."

"We do not know why this person was intent on gaining access to this restricted area," Sheth said. She did not identify the teenager.

"Some witnesses have stated that the individual was trying to retrieve something he had lost. Others reported that he was trying to touch the ride. This is merely speculation at this point, and we are working with park visitors and local police to learn more."

She said no guests on the ride were injured.

Cobb County police were investigating the incident on Saturday. They did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment.