Tommy Italiano, who said was waiting in line to ride Stardust Racers when the roller coaster’s train which the unresponsive guest was riding returned to the loading station, spoke to Fox 35 Orlando.
Italiano told Fox 35 Orlando, “Out of nowhere, the attendant just started screaming at the top of his lungs, ‘everyone get out! Get off the coaster!”
He said he saw someone still in the restraints “completely slouched over” and “completely unresponsive.” Italiano said a woman jumped over the queue fence to provide aid to the guest, who he later found out was a doctor. We cannot confirm that claim at this time.
Italiano brought up another “issue”, no one had their mobile phones with them. In case you didn’t know, to ride Stardust Racers, loose items of any kind are now allowed, such as mobile phones etc. These items must be stored in a locker.
This is where the articles takes a turn, and we’re struggling to comprehend what’s been said. Italiano took to TikTok to share his account of the incident, and it’s fair to suggest its eye-opening. You can watch and listen to what he said in the videos below:
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PLEASE NOTE: We CANNOT confirm or validate the claims in the videos above.
WESH 2 News were the first to report that multiple blunt impact injuries had been ruled the cause of death for the guest found unresponsive on Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe on Wednesday night (17th September, 2025).
According to the Orange County Medical Examiner (via WESH 2 News), the manner of death has been ruled an accident. 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala was found unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers, according to Universal Orlando officials.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) revealed off-duty deputies responded to a “man down” call at Epic Universe on the 17th September, 2025. Zavala was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
In an interview with WESH 2 News, Dr. Rajiv Bahl spoke about the investigation. You can listen to what Dr. Bahl said below:
STARDUST RACERS INCIDENT RELATED ARTICLES:
- Guest Found Unresponsive After Riding Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe Dies [Update]
- Aerial Video Shows Forensic Team Investigating Death of Guest After Riding Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe
- Multiple Blunt Impact Injuries Ruled Cause of Death for Guest Found Unresponsive on Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe
- VIDEO: Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe Cycling Two Days After Death of Guest Found Unresponsive After Riding
Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences go to the guest’s family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers also go to those that attended the medical emergency and tried to save this man’s life. Thank you for your efforts.
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H/T Fox 35 Orlando, TikTok
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