ORLANDO, FL – Universal Orlando Resort is reopening Stardust Racers just weeks after the tragic death of a 32-year-old man on the roller coaster, according to multiple news outlets. Lawyers for the victim are demanding more information on the incident.

An internal memo released by Universal states an internal investigation has found no wrongdoing by the company. Local authorities are still investigating the death of the man. No wrongdoing has been found at this time.

“Stardust Racers is evidence in an active death investigation. Reopening the ride before our experts can examine every component is unadulterated spoliation of evidence, a grave risk to public safety, and puts profit over people’s lives. Universal reportedly told employees the ride functioned as intended. If that is accurate, then the design itself is deadly. We are demanding that Universal pause the reopening, preserve all evidence, and allow our experts to inspect it. If they refuse, we will address Universal’s callous actions in court,” said Attorney Ben Crump.

Kevin’s parents, Carlos Rodriguez Ortiz and Ana Zavala, said: “By rushing to reopen this ride as if nothing happened, Universal is showing great disrespect for Kevin’s life, our family’s pain, and the safety of every rider who steps onto that coaster. We are horrified that Universal would put the ride back into operation so quickly.”

After the death of the man, a woman sued Universal Orlando over previous injuries allegedly on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe in April 2025 before the theme park opened to the public. Court records show the case has been settled by the theme park.

The high speed coaster will reopen to the public on Saturday, Oct. 4.

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