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Man's unexpected demise following a Universal roller coaster ride was reported by his family, who noted that he consistently overcame the confines of a wheelchair in his daily life.

Man who tragically passed following a Universal roller coaster ride, family stresses, spent life overcoming physical limitations presented by wheelchair

Man who lost life on Universal roller coaster was known for not letting wheelchair restrict his...
Man who lost life on Universal roller coaster was known for not letting wheelchair restrict his adventures

Man's unexpected demise following a Universal roller coaster ride was reported by his family, who noted that he consistently overcame the confines of a wheelchair in his daily life.

In a tragic turn of events, a 32-year-old man named Kevin Rodriguez Zavala lost his life this week at Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe. According to reports, Kevin was riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster when he sustained multiple blunt impact injuries, leading to his untimely death.

The autopsy results, released following the incident, confirmed that the cause of death was indeed blunt impact injuries. However, the exact location of the injuries was not disclosed in the available sources.

Witnesses at the scene, including Maria Fernandez, reported that Kevin appeared to be slumped over and bleeding when the Stardust Racers roller coaster came to a halt. The roller coaster, which reaches speeds up to 62 mph, is a popular attraction at the park.

Local investigators are currently conducting an investigation into the incident, following the autopsy results. The specific name of the investigator has not been disclosed, but the state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has sent an investigator to Epic Universe. The department did not specify the nature of the investigation.

Universal Orlando Resort has complied with all required notifications regarding the incident and is cooperating with investigators at the Orange County Sheriff's Office. Florida's largest theme parks, including Universal Orlando Resort, are exempt from state safety inspections. Instead, these parks conduct their own inspections and have their own protocols.

Kevin's family described him as "one of a kind" with an unwavering spirit. The article did not mention any connection to Donald Trump or the Indonesia ferry fire.

The state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is the primary agency responsible for regulating and inspecting amusement rides and attractions in Florida. However, due to the exemption of Florida's largest theme parks, the department does not have jurisdiction over these attractions.

This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with amusement park rides. As investigations continue, our thoughts are with Kevin's family and friends during this difficult time.

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