Overview

• The Orange County Medical Examiner ruled the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, an accident caused by multiple blunt impact injuries.
• A message to employees states Universal’s internal review found the ride systems functioned as intended, equipment was intact throughout the cycle, and procedures were followed, with a comprehensive review continuing alongside the manufacturer.
• Deputies arrived around 9:20 p.m. to find CPR underway on the platform next to the tracks, and Zavala was later pronounced dead at a hospital after 10 p.m., according to incident and dispatch reports.
• The incident report notes Zavala had a preexisting spinal injury, used a wheelchair, and was taking medication at the time of the visit.
• A witness reported seeing a detached piece of metal hanging from a seat, a claim under investigation as officials also review prior state-reported health incidents on the coaster.