Internewscast Journal
  • Home
  • US News
  • Local News
  • Health
  • People
  • Guest Post
  • Support Our Cause
Internewscast Journal
  • Home
  • US News
  • Local News
  • Health
  • People
  • Guest Post
  • Support Our Cause
Home Local news Tune In Live at 8 a.m.: Ben Crump Gives Update Following Fatal Roller Coaster Incident at Epic Universe
  • Local news

Tune In Live at 8 a.m.: Ben Crump Gives Update Following Fatal Roller Coaster Incident at Epic Universe

    WATCH LIVE at 8 a.m.: Ben Crump holds briefing after roller coaster death at Epic Universe
    Up next
    Trump's deadline on drug prices arrives: What next?
    Trump’s Drug Price Deadline Hits: What’s the Next Step?
    Published on 30 September 2025
    Author
    Internewscast
    Tags
    • a.m,
    • After,
    • Ben,
    • ben crump,
    • Briefing,
    • coaster,
    • Crump,
    • death,
    • epic,
    • Epic Universe,
    • Florida,
    • holds,
    • live,
    • orange county,
    • Orlando,
    • roller,
    • Stardust Racers,
    • Stardust Racers Death,
    • theme parks,
    • Universal,
    • Universal Orlando,
    • universe,
    • watch
    Share this @internewscast.com
    FacebookXRedditPinterest

    ORLANDO, Fla. – The relatives of a man who passed away after going on a roller coaster at Universal’s Epic Universe suspect that important warning signs were overlooked on the attraction.

    Attorney Ben Crump, who represents the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, will hold a news conference Tuesday morning to share updates in the case.

    As stated in a press announcement, Crump’s legal team received information from more witnesses and other riders who claimed they sustained injuries on the Stardust Racers roller coaster.

    [VIDEO BELOW: Family seeks transparency from Universal]

    Crump said the family believes the accounts show the death was preventable.

    Earlier this month, Rodriguez Zavala became unresponsive after experiencing the ride and later passed away. According to a medical examiner, the death was considered accidental and attributed to “multiple blunt impact injuries.”

    Recently, Crump and his legal team have called for all videos and reports linked to Zavala’s death to be given to the family. They are undertaking their own independent probe into the incident.

    [VIDEO BELOW: Investigation continues into death at Epic Universe]

    An incident report acquired by News 6 indicated that Zavala had a “preexisting spinal injury,” though the report did not specify if it played a role in the accident. Nonetheless, Universal Orlando’s safety guidelines explicitly advise that the Stardust Racers is “not suitable for guests with back, neck, or similar physical conditions.”

    However, Crump pointed out that Zavala was never told he couldn’t ride the coaster, which Crump said he was riding for the first time that day.

    According to Crump’s team, their investigation revealed that Zavala was unconscious for a large portion of the ride and incurred multiple head injuries. Witnesses also noted seeing blood and part of a seat cover detached and hanging from the seat.

    Universal Orlando Resort President and COO Karen Irwin said in an internal letter sent to team members that internal findings confirmed the ride “functioned as intended” and that the equipment was intact when the ride started, throughout the ride, and when it returned to the station.

    [VIDEO BELOW: Epic guest died from ‘blunt impact injuries’]

    The Florida Department of Agriculture also said in a statement, “The department’s current findings align with those shared by Universal after monitoring the same tests and reviewing the same information. The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.”

    Tuesday’s news conference will take place at 8 a.m. at Orlando’s Crown Plaza hotel.

    Breaking News Alerts

    Get breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox.

    Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando – All rights reserved.

    Share this @internewscast.com
    FacebookXRedditPinterest
    You May Also Like
    Champaign Co. Crime Stoppers looking for tips in August homicide investigation
    • Local news

    Champaign County Crime Stoppers Seeks Information on August Murder Investigation

    The investigation into the homicide of a Champaign resident has reached the…
    • Internewscast
    • September 29, 2025
    Rental scheme leaves Clearwater couple devastated, speaking out to warn others
    • Local news

    Clearwater Couple Shares Their Heartbreaking Experience with Rental Scam to Alert Others

    In Tampa, Florida, John Swartz and his girlfriend, while on the hunt…
    • Internewscast
    • September 29, 2025
    Plane makes emergency landing on California freeway
    • Local news

    Airplane Performs Emergency Landing on California Highway

    IE 11 is not supported. To ensure the best experience, please visit…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Oregon officials warn against taking 'bait' as Trump pushes into Portland
    • Local news

    Oregon Authorities Caution Residents About ‘Bait’ Amid Trump’s Portland Involvement

    By deploying the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, President Trump has initiated…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Michigan church shooting leaves at least 4 dead, 8 injured
    • Local news

    Tragic Church Shooting in Michigan Results in Multiple Fatalities and Injuries

    () Four people have been killed and eight others injured in a…
    • Internewscast
    • September 29, 2025
    Headshot of Harrison Brown
    • Local news

    Mother of UT Austin Stabbing Victim May Encounter Her Child’s Killer

    AUSTIN (KXAN) The man who was declared not guilty due to insanity…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    A-list comedians face backlash for performing at Saudi Arabian festival
    • Local news

    Top Comedians Criticized for Participating in Saudi Arabian Festival

    A comedy festival in Saudi Arabia’s capital is stirring controversy as well-known…
    • Internewscast
    • September 29, 2025
    Las Vegas man accused of dumping dead dog played video games while pet sat in 109-degree heat: police
    • Local news

    Las Vegas Resident Allegedly Left Dog in 109-Degree Heat While Playing Video Games: Police Report

    LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A man facing charges for abandoning a deceased…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    The Latest: Hamas says it will study Trump's peace plan before responding
    • Local news

    Recent Update: Hamas Intends to Review Trump’s Peace Proposal Before Making a Decision

    Hamas announced on Tuesday that it plans to deliberate on U.S. President…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killing
    • Local news

    Turning Point Makes First Utah Visit Without Charlie Kirk Since His Tragic Death

    LOGAN, Utah – Turning Point USA’s college tour is set to return…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Clearwater council votes to enter appraisal phase of study, possibly drop Duke Energy
    • Local news

    Clearwater Council Advances to Appraisal Phase, Potentially Ending Partnership with Duke Energy

    The City of Clearwater, Florida, is considering establishing its own power utility,…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Man who survived Michigan church shooting 'expected a bullet'
    • Local news

    Survivor of Michigan Church Shooting Shares He ‘Anticipated Being Shot’

    () A man who survived a shooting at a church in Michigan…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Oregon officials warn against taking 'bait' as Trump pushes into Portland
    • Local news

    Oregon Authorities Caution Residents About ‘Bait’ Amid Trump’s Portland Involvement

    By deploying the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, President Trump has initiated…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Nicole Kidman's X-rated career that 'ended' marriage to Keith Urban
    • News

    Nicole Kidman’s Risqué Roles That Allegedly Affected Her Marriage to Keith Urban

    She’s no stranger to eyebrow-raising sex scenes, having stripped off for her…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Hurricane Humberto Pulls Tropical Storm Imelda Away From US
    • Local news

    Humberto Diverts Imelda’s Path, Steering Away from the US

    IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    'We need her back': Streeting urges Rayner to make a stunning return
    • News

    “Streeting Calls for Rayner’s Triumphant Comeback”

    Wes Streeting today urged Angela Rayner to make a stunning return to…
    • Internewscast
    • September 30, 2025
    Internewscast Journal
    • Home
    • Privacy Policy
    • DMCA Notice
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Guest Post
    • Support Our Cause
    Copyright 2023. All Right Reserverd.