Multiple blunt impact injuries caused the death of a 32-year-old Florida man who died after being found unresponsive on a roller coaster at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe on Sept. 17.
The guest, Kevin Rodriguez Zavala of Kissimmee, was visiting the park near Orlando and was transported to a local hospital after being found unresponsive, where he was later pronounced dead.
Here’s what we know.
Was the Epic Universe guest identified?
The guest was identified Sept. 18 as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, by OCSO. According to WESH 2, he was from Kissimmee.
What was the cause of death for the Epic Universe guest?
The Orange County Medical Examiner told USA TODAY on Thursday evening that “multiple blunt impact injuries” are the cause of death. It has been ruled an accident.
What did Universal Orlando say about the guest who died at Epic?
Universal Orlando shared a statement to USA TODAY following the incident, stating that they were cooperating with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office following the incident.
“We are devastated by this event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest’s loved ones,” the statement continues. “We are fully committed to cooperating with this ongoing investigation. The attraction remains closed.”
Is Stardust Racers still operating?
As of Sept. 18, Stardust Racers remained closed.
Contributing: Eve Chen, USA TODAY
This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Injuries caused Florida man’s death on Epic Universe ride, medical examiner rules
Reporting by Samantha Neely, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Florida Today
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