Shares of Six Flags Entertainment Corp. (SIX) tumbled 8.4% in premarket trading Friday, after a fatal accident on a roller coaster at the company’s Six Flags Great America park in Gurnee, Illinois.
The Gurnee Police Department confirmed Thursday that a woman died after being ejected from the “Superman: Ultimate Flight” roller coaster, according to a statement. The police are investigating the incident.
Six Flags said in a statement that the park was closed Friday and would remain closed until further notice.
“Six Flags is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred at Six Flags Great America,” the company said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the deceased.”
The stock is on track to open near its 52-week low, according to FactSet data.