Overview

• Authorities identified the victim as Kevin Rodríguez Zavala, 32, who was found unresponsive after a ride and later pronounced dead at a hospital.
• The Orange‑Osceola medical examiner said an autopsy determined the death was an accident caused by blunt‑force injuries.
• Universal Orlando has closed Stardust Racers and says it is cooperating with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, which describes its investigation as early stage.
• Off‑duty Orange County deputies discovered the unresponsive rider, and officials have not reported any mechanical failures to date.
• Earlier incident reports at Epic Universe include two medical episodes linked to Stardust Racers, focusing attention on reporting rules for Florida’s large, self‑inspecting theme parks.