Visitor Dies Following Roller Coaster Ride at Universal Epic Universe

Posted on: September 22, 2025

A visitor to Universal Epic Universe theme park in Florida has died following a roller coaster ride. According to park officials, the man became unresponsive while riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. 

The man was transported to an area hospital where he later died. The coroner’s report, released the following day, stated his death was due to multiple blunt impact injuries, though it did not list any specific injuries. The medical examiner determined the manner of death to be accidental.

“We are devastated by this event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest’s loved ones,” Universal Orlando Resorts said in a statement. “We are fully committed to cooperating with this ongoing investigation.”

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident. Park officials said, as a precaution, Stardust Racers will remain closed until the investigation is concluded.

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