Guest dies after riding Epic Universe roller coaster, theme park says

ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) – A guest at Epic Universe died after riding one of its roller coasters on Wednesday night, a spokesperson for the park has confirmed.

In a statement shared with Nexstar, a Universal spokesperson confirmed the guest was found unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers ride in Epic Universe's Celestial Park area. The guest ultimately died at a nearby hospital, the spokesperson said.

"We are devastated by this tragic event and extend our sincerest sympathies...