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Universal Orlando settles with family after Stardust Racers death

Ben Crump press confernce Attorney Ben Crump held a press conference with the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala on Oct. 6, 2024. (Source: WFTV)

ORLANDO, Fla. — The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding the Stardust Racers coaster, has reached a confidential resolution with Universal, as announced by their attorney, Ben Crump.

“The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala and Universal have reached an amicable resolution in this matter,” Crump stated.

This comes just days after the Orange County Sheriff’s Office officially ruled Zavala’s death as accidental.

The family expressed gratitude for the community’s support during this time and requested privacy following the resolution.

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Jake Jordan

Jake Jordan, WFTV.com

Jake Jordan is a UCF Radio and Television alum on the WFTV Content Center Team. He hosts podcasts and live shows, and previously worked as a producer, reporter, and anchor on Orlando's Morning News with Scott Anez.

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