Famous civil rights attorney Ben Crump has been hired by family of the guest, who died after being found unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers at Universal’s Epic Universe.
The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala is seeking full transparency to understand the circumstances surrounding his death.
“This tragic loss demands a thorough investigation and full transparency,” Crump said. “A man died after boarding a ride that should have been safe. We will hold all responsible parties to account and fight to ensure Kevin’s family receives the answers and justice they deserve.”
The family is requesting access to maintenance logs, inspection records, ride data and video footage related to the incident, hoping this information will clarify what happened to Zavala.
Zavala’s family has requested privacy and instructed all media questions to Ben Crump Law’s office. Crump also represented the family of Tyre Sampson, the 14-year-old who died after falling from a free-fall attraction at ICON Park.
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Zavala’s family have started a GoFundMe fundraiser to help cover funeral and memorial costs. You can find out more about the fundraiser here.
Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences go to the Zavala’s family and friends at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers also go to those that attended the medical emergency and tried to save his life. Thank you for your efforts.
Via Fox 35 Orlando’s newest article on the incident, inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida revealed today that preliminary investigation findings have revealed that Stardust Racers ran normally.
Inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida and Universal said Monday that its preliminary investigation and findings have revealed that Stardust Racers, the dual-launch coaster at Epic Universe, ran normally, despite a rider becoming unresponsive and later dying at the hospital.”
Josh Frigerio, Fox 35 Orlando
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“The department’s current findings align with those shared by Universal after monitoring the same tests and reviewing the same information. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available,” the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services said in a statement obtained by Fox 35 Orlando.
Stay tuned for further updates.
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