A man became unresponsive and later died after riding a roller coaster at Universal's new Epic Universe theme park in Orlando, Florida, Wednesday night, authorities and the company said.

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

"We are devastated by this tragic event and extend our sincerest sympathies to the guest's loved ones. We are fully cooperating with Orange County and the ongoing investigation."

The ride is still closed, the spokesperson said.

The Orange County, Florida, Sheriff's Office told CBS News the visitor was a man and was in his thirties.

Epic Universe was the first major theme park to open in Florida in more than 25 years

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