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Universal Issues Roller Coaster Death Update To Staff

Universal Issues Roller Coaster Death Update To Staff

Summary

A person named Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died on a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe park. The resort's president confirmed that the ride worked properly, and an investigation is still happening. The medical examiner said Zavala's death was an accident due to multiple injuries.

Key Facts

  • Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, aged 32, died on the Stardust Racers roller coaster.
  • Zavala became unresponsive during the ride and later died in the hospital.
  • He was using a wheelchair because of a spinal condition and was on medication at the time.
  • An investigation into the ride shows it worked as intended, according to Universal Orlando.
  • The medical examiner ruled the death an accident from multiple blunt impact injuries.
  • The roller coaster remains closed while a thorough review takes place.
  • Universal Orlando Resort's president expressed sympathy to Zavala’s family and praised staff for their handling of the incident.
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