On March 24, 2022, at approximately 11:15 p.m., local authorities and news outlets reported that a 14-year-old teenager, later identified as Tyre Sampson, visiting from St. Louis, MO plummeted from a 430 ft. amusement ride. He later passed from his injuries.

The cause of his tragic passing is due to operator error. Reports show, a beloved son, brother, teammate, and respectful NFL hopeful, was not properly harnessed in the, now, infamous Orlando Free Fall Ride

We, the residents of Orange County, Florida, and the world grieve the loss of this precious teenager. He had a life of greatness to pursue. He was reported, as an Honor Roll student, and was affectionately known as "Big Tick." We will always remember #40 #SleepWellBigTick ~ Nekia Dodd

• We are DEMANDING THE ORLANDO FREE FALL (DROP TOWER) RIDE  PERMANENTLY REMOVED. 
• WE DEMAND A FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE BILL ensuring amusement ride companies provide redundant seat belts and or harness for high speed/elevated amusement rides
• WE DEMAND EVERY employee connected with this horrific death be held accountable.
• WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND a Memorial be placed on site honoring Tyre A. Sampson