Six Flags New England's Goliath Roller Coaster Shut Down After Malfunction

AGAWAM (CBS) – Six Flags New England's Goliath roller coaster was closed to riders after a malfunction on Monday.

A spokeswoman for the amusement park said there was a small problem with a cable on the ride, which was not in operation at the time.

"The ride will remain closed until the part has been replaced, and we will reopen the ride following a full safety inspection," she said in a statement.

A full view of the Goliath roller coaster (Image credit Six Flags New England)

The boomerang-like super coaster zips riders around the track at speeds of almost 65 miles per hour and reaches heights of 194 feet.

Goliath POV by Six Flags New England on YouTube