A man died after riding a roller coaster at Universal’s Epic Universe in Florida.
A Universal spokesperson told PEOPLE that the incident happened on Wednesday, Sept. 17, on the Stardust Racers roller coaster at the park.
After finishing the ride, the man was found unresponsive. He was taken to a hospital, where he later passed away, according to the spokesperson.
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as a man in his 30s. Officials said, “It’s very early in the investigation and we have no further information for release at this time.”
Universal released a statement saying, “We are devastated by this tragic event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest’s loved ones. We are fully cooperating with Orange County and the ongoing investigation. The attraction remains closed.”
It is not yet clear when the ride will reopen.
Epic Universe opened in May 2025 and is Universal’s newest theme park.
The Stardust Racers roller coaster is part of the park’s Celestial Park area. According to Universal Orlando Resorts’ website, the ride can reach speeds up to 62 mph and is compared to “riding a shooting star across the cosmos.” It goes as high as 133 feet and runs on about 5,000 feet of track.
