Overview

• The visitor became unresponsive during the roller coaster ride and was discovered by off-duty Orange County deputies, according to the sheriff’s office.
• Emergency personnel transported the man to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, and authorities said the incident did not involve a fall.
• The Orange County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation and the District Nine Medical Examiner has taken custody of the body for examination.
• Universal Orlando closed the Stardust Racers attraction and said it is cooperating with investigators, offering condolences to the visitor’s family.
• No technical failure has been reported to date; the dual‑track coaster opened in May at Epic Universe and reaches speeds of about 100 km/h.