Overview
- The visitor, described as in his 30s, was found unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers coaster late Wednesday and was later pronounced dead at a hospital.
- The Orange County Sheriff's Office is leading an active investigation and the body is with the county medical examiner for forensic examinations to determine the cause of death.
- Universal Orlando closed Stardust Racers, expressed condolences to the guest's family, and said it is cooperating fully with authorities.
- Accounts differ on whether the guest lost consciousness during the ride or after exiting, a detail investigators are working to clarify.
- Stardust Racers opened in May at the new Epic Universe park, reaches about 62 mph on a double-track layout, and the incident has renewed scrutiny of large Florida parks' self-inspection systems following earlier health-related reports.