Overview

• Orange County Sheriff’s Office says it is conducting a manslaughter-style death investigation to determine whether any negligence occurred.
• Universal’s internal tests found Stardust Racers’ systems operated as intended and equipment was intact throughout the ride, with staff following procedures.
• Florida’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services said its current findings align with Universal’s assessment after monitoring the same tests.
• The medical examiner identified multiple blunt impact injuries as the cause of death and listed the manner as accidental.
• Kevin Zavala’s family retained attorney Ben Crump, requesting maintenance logs, inspection records, ride telemetry and video, as Universal works with manufacturer Mack Rides and keeps the coaster offline.