Orlando Headlines: Disney World Magic Kingdom Incident Resolved
A disturbance at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park led to confusion among visitors after a fight broke out, accompanied by a “popping” sound. Initial concerns sparked rumors of an active shooter, which were swiftly dispelled by local law enforcement.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that there was no active shooter at the park on Thursday night. In a statement, officials clarified, “There is NO active shooter at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. A fight occurred, and the popping sound was believed to be from a balloon. Guests began to flee, which fueled the active shooter rumors. Rest assured, there is no active shooter.”
No arrests were made following the incident, as reported by officials.
Visitors shared their experiences, describing scenes of chaos with people running and children crying amid the uncertainty.
A representative from Disney World expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their prompt response, confirming that normal operations have since resumed at the park.
