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Epic Universe's Stardust Racers Coaster will reopen on Saturday, Oct. 4, after a rider died on the rollercoaster on Sept. 17

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's death was ruled accidental after he suffered "multiple blunt impact injuries"

In a letter obtained by PEOPLE, President and COO Karen Irwin wrote that the company "extend[s] our deepest sympathy and condolences to Mr. Rodriguez Zavala’s family and loved ones for their loss"

Epic Universe's Stardust Racers Coaster will reopen on Saturday, Oct. 4, days after a rider died on the rollercoaster, Universal Orlando Resort President and COO Karen Irwin said.

The announcement, written in a letter to employees obtained by PEOPLE, comes 16 days after Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, died while riding the coaster on Sept. 17.

"As one Univer

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