Man dies after Stardust Racers roller coaster ride at Universal's Epic Universe

ORLANDO, Fla. (CBS12) — A fun-filled evening took a turn on Wednesday night at Universal's new Epic Universe theme park when a man became unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died.

CBS News Miami said that a Universal Spokesperson said in a statement to them that the guest "was unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers and was transported to the hospital, where the guest later died."

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According to CBS News Miami, the Orange County Sheriff's Office told them that the guest was a man in his thirties.

In response, the Stardust Racers ride has been temporarily closed, ensuring further safety measures are evaluated.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the death.

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