Whistleblower Sues Over Safety Failures in Orlando Ride Death

Former technician alleges negligence and retaliation after raising safety concerns prior to the fatal fall of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson in 2022.

Austin Campbell-Alexander, a former ride technician, claims his warnings about safety issues with the Orlando Free Fall ride were ignored before Tyre Sampson's fatal fall in March 2022.
The lawsuit alleges that ride sensors were modified to bypass weight limits, structural cracks were overlooked, and employees lacked proper training.
Campbell-Alexander says he faced retaliation, including being placed on leave and later fired, after refusing to falsify maintenance logs following the incident.
The ride operator disputes his claims, alleging he adjusted the sensors that contributed to the accident, a charge he denies.
The Orlando Free Fall ride has since been dismantled, and Tyre Sampson's family previously won a $310 million verdict against the ride's builder.