Family Urges Closure of Stardust Racers Roller Coaster Following Tragic Death
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is advocating for the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala. Zavala died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe. His family demands the ride’s closure until further investigation clarifies his tragic death.
Incident Details
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 17, died on September 17 following injuries sustained on the Stardust Racers ride. After being found unresponsive in his seat, he was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The medical examiner ruled the cause as multiple blunt impact injuries and considered it an accident.
Alleged Restraint Malfunction
Ben Crump, representing Zavala’s family, highlighted a reported malfunction similar to Kevin’s case. Witnesses noted that the lap bar failed to lock properly until the fourth attempt. This issue was recorded shortly after the ride reopened.
Universal Orlando’s Response
According to Universal Orlando, the ride underwent extensive inspections before reopening. These included evaluations by internal inspectors, the roller coaster manufacturer, state regulators, and a third-party engineer.
Family’s Demand for Safety
Zavala’s family insists on closing the ride until its safety is assured. They are deeply concerned that the same safety issues persist, risking the lives of passengers.
- Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died on September 17 after riding Stardust Racers.
- The roller coaster is located at Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s newest theme park.
- Reports suggest the ride’s restraint system malfunctioned.
- Universal claims comprehensive safety reviews were conducted before reopening.
- The family demands closure until investigations provide clear answers.
The victim’s parents believe that without resolving this issue, more riders could be at risk. They urge Universal to address the situation to ensure the safety of all visitors. Emegypt will continue to follow this developing story.
