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Family sues Six Flags over 22-year-old's fatal head trauma on X2 coaster
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· August 22, 2026
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Key points The family's lawsuit against Six Flags is underway, seeking accountability for the fatal head trauma Hawley suffered on the X2 coaster. Christopher Hawley collapsed following his ride on the X2 coaster and died the next day.
A 22-year-old man's day at an amusement park ended in tragedy after he rode a roller coaster. Christopher Hawley collapsed following his ride on the X2 coaster and died the next day. His family has decided to take the theme park to trial over his death.
The incident occurred at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Further details about the circumstances surrounding Hawley's death are available from the source.
The family's lawsuit against Six Flags is underway, seeking accountability for the fatal head trauma Hawley suffered on the X2 coaster.
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Category: parks Published: August 22, 2026 Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) Reading time: 1 min
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