Source: USA Today
A state investigation is underway after a Kissimmee, Florida, man died from accidental injuries he suffered while riding on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, was visiting the park near Orlando on Sept. 17 and was found unresponsive on the roller coaster after riding it. In an incident report shared with USA TODAY Florida on Friday afternoon, it was revealed that there were no 911 calls made about the incident, which is likely due to riders having to put their phones in lockers downstairs.
Orange County Fire Rescue and Universal Orlando Health Services were performing CPR on Rodriguez when deputies arrived. The OCSO said Rodriguez was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead
The Orange County Medical Examiner said on Thursday afternoon that “multiple blunt impact injuries” are the cause of death.
An investigator from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services responded to the incident on Sept. 18, WESH 2 News reported. According to its website, FDACS inspects all amusement rides in Florida, except those at large parks that employ more than 1,000 people and have full-time inspectors on staff.
Universal has been extremely cooperative and has complied with all required notifications. This is an ongoing investigation, and more information will be released as it is available,” FDACS Communications Director Aaron Keller said in a statement to USA TODAY Florida.
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.
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