Overview

• Florida agriculture department investigators said their preliminary results align with Universal’s internal review that Stardust Racers’ systems operated as intended.
• Universal President Karen Irwin told employees the equipment was intact throughout the ride and procedures were followed, while cautioning the probe remains ongoing.
• The Orange County medical examiner ruled Kevin Rodriguez Zavala’s death an accident caused by multiple blunt impact injuries after he became unresponsive on the coaster.
• A sheriff’s report notes CPR was performed on the station platform and that Zavala had a preexisting spinal condition, used a wheelchair, and was on medication.
• The coaster remains closed during a joint review with manufacturer Mack Rides, as prior state injury reports documenting separate July hospitalizations add context to safety questions.