Man in His 30s Dies After Riding Stardust Racers at Universal's Epic Universe

Overview

• The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says the visitor was found unconscious after exiting the coaster on September 17 and was later pronounced dead at a hospital.
• Authorities said the rider did not fall from the attraction, and the precise cause of death has not been released.
• Universal said it is cooperating with the investigation and has closed the Stardust Racers attraction.
• The park describes Stardust Racers as a dual‑launch roller coaster that can reach speeds of up to about 100 km/h.
• Since Epic Universe opened in May, state records show several prior non-fatal medical incidents, some involving guests with pre-existing conditions.