Overview

• Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reported preliminary test results indicating Stardust Racers operated correctly, aligning with Universal’s internal assessment.
• The Orange County medical examiner ruled Kevin Rodriguez Zavala’s death an accident caused by multiple blunt impact injuries following the ride.
• The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation under the manslaughter statute to determine whether any negligence occurred.
• Universal said equipment was intact throughout the ride and that team members followed procedures, and the attraction remains closed pending a comprehensive review with manufacturer Mack Rides.
• Zavala’s family retained attorney Ben Crump, who requested Universal’s maintenance and inspection records, ride data, and video from the day of the incident.