EPISODE · Mar 28, 2026 · 11 MIN
KXAN Investigates -- E53: Florida teen’s death prompts attorneys demand to stop Austin thrill ride (Mar. 28, 2026)
from KXAN Investigates · host KXAN News
A family is fighting to hold a foreign ride maker accountable for the death of their 14-year-old son. Four years ago this week, Tyre Sampson fell to his death while riding a drop tower at an amusement park in Orlando. A KXAN investigation found the same foreign company that manufactured the Orlando ride is producing a new drop tower at COTALAND in Austin — despite the manufacturer being found negligent in the teen’s death. This week, on “Inside the Investigation,” Investigative Reporter Matt Grant explains how COTALAND says its drop tower will be significantly different and safer than the Orlando ride and the complex nature of holding a private foreign company legally accountable.
What this episode covers
A family is fighting to hold a foreign ride maker accountable for the death of their 14-year-old son. Four years ago this week, Tyre Sampson fell to his death while riding a drop tower at an amusement park in Orlando. A KXAN investigation found the same foreign company that manufactured the Orlando ride is producing a new drop tower at COTALAND in Austin — despite the manufacturer being found negligent in the teen’s death. This week, on “Inside the Investigation,” Investigative Reporter Matt Grant explains how COTALAND says its drop tower will be significantly different and safer than the Orlando ride and the complex nature of holding a private foreign company legally accountable.
NOW PLAYING
KXAN Investigates -- E53: Florida teen’s death prompts attorneys demand to stop Austin thrill ride (Mar. 28, 2026)
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.