Kevin Rodriguez Zavala’s cause of death: Tragic details of Florida man’s epic universe roller coaster incident

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, a 32-year-old Florida man from Kissimmee, died after falling off Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe theme park's roller coaster. The cause of death of Kevin Zavala who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Orlando, Florida's Epic Universe theme park, has been revealed.

Zavala was found unresponsive after riding the coaster on Wednesday, Sept. 17, and was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Rodriguez Zavala, who was a wheelchair user, is remembered by his family as a beloved brother, son, uncle and friend.

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How did Kevin Rodriguez Zavala die?

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala was visiting the park near Orlando on September 17 and was found unresponsive on the roller coaster after riding it. Orange County Sheriff's Department said Zavala was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The Orange County Medical Examiner said on Thursday afternoon that "multiple blunt impact injuries" are the cause of death.


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An investigator from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services responded to the incident on Sept. 18, WESH 2 News reported. According to its website, FDACS inspects all amusement rides in Florida, except those at large parks that employ more than 1,000 people and have full-time inspectors on staff.

"Universal has been extremely cooperative and has complied with all required notifications. This is an ongoing investigation, and more information will be released as it is available," FDACS Communications Director Aaron Keller said in a statement to USA TODAY Florida.

What was Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's cause of death?

The Orange County Medical Examiner told USA TODAY on Thursday evening that "multiple blunt impact injuries" are the cause of death. It has been ruled an accident.

The Rodriguez Zavala Family set up a GoFundMe on Sept. 18 to cover the funeral and memorial expenses for Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.

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"Kevin was truly one of a kind. He had an old soul — wise beyond his years — with a heart full of compassion, love, and understanding," the GoFundMe description reads. "He was the kind of person who always made time to listen, offer thoughtful advice, and lift others up, even when he was facing challenges of his own. Despite the restrictions and obstacles he encountered throughout his life, Kevin met them all with grace, strength, and an unwavering spirit. He overcame so much, and he did so with quiet resilience and humility."

"We are devastated by this event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest's loved ones," a statement from Universal Orlando. "We are fully committed to cooperating with this ongoing investigation. The attraction remains closed."

Florida's Epic Universe is located at 1001 Epic Boulevard in Orlando. Universal Orlando's newest theme park opened its doors earlier this year, in May, the first for Orlando in over 25 years.