Guest Dies After Riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe

A guest has died after riding Epic Universe’s Stardust Racers. According to reports, a man in his 30s was found unresponsive after his train returned to the loading area. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later died. A Universal spokesperson released the following statement:

“Universal is cooperating with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office following a tragic event involving a guest at Epic Universe on Wednesday night.  The guest became unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers and was transported to the hospital, where the guest later died.  We are devastated by this event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest’s loved ones.  We are fully committed to cooperating with this ongoing investigation. The attraction remains closed.”

Stardust Racers, manufactured by Mack Rides, is a dual-launch roller coaster that reaches speeds of 62 miles per hour and a height of 133 feet.

This is a heartbreaking tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the guest.