- Jul 4, 2019
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I thought Disney was supposed to have police on site.
Umm... wow. Lots of thoughts and feelings after seeing that.
Also, as a reminder, this isn't something to make light of. This is far and away beyond the run of the mill "stupid guest" story that normally comes out of the parks. This involved a heavy dose of domestic violence to multiple people who couldn't fight back in front of a crowd that seemed horrified and an incredibly slow reaction by Disneyland Security. Three women got, for all intents and purposes, sucker-punched in this video (mostly by one man - who had to be dragged off of beating up a woman senseless by park goers).
Also I think they would've intervened when physical contact was made. I don't think the guy who choked out pink shirt was--even plain clothes have a dress code and to be blunt, I don't think he fit it. Also, he had a bubble wand in his waistband, which just would be odd. May just have been off-duty.
Most places work that way.
Allegedly the incident was a familial dispute, as they're all members of the same family. None of them pressed charges, but they were non-cooperative during questioning and now Anaheim PD is investigating a criminal case after seeing the video. I'm guessing domestic violence? I'm not sure what charges can be brought on them if the victims aren't seeking any.
Regardless, it's incredibly sad to witness. I feel even worse that the women outright refused to press charges, but again, we don't have the entire story here. Abuse is abuse, though.
As for security: yeah, this is not a good look for them. Period.
HHN is a totally different beast and there are probably at least 50 Dressed Officers working any given night, and they also make it a point to be seen when something is happening.What are the limits to Disneyland's personal security? Do they have the option to handcuff/break up a fight?
Similarly, at HHN I witnessed someone getting escorted out of the exit to a house, but it was by contracted Orlando P.D.
I am curious because I'm not sure how this works
I don't know, I think since its on private property Disney would be the ones that officially have to file any charges if those involved did not... but I'm not a lawyer but I'm sure at least one person round here knows the correct answers.I'd think they could charge them with Disturbing the Peace if nothing else.
HHN is a totally different beast and there are probably at least 50 Dressed Officers working any given night, and they also make it a point to be seen when something is happening.
I don't know, I think since its on private property Disney would be the ones that officially have to file any charges if those involved did not... but I'm not a lawyer but I'm sure at least one person round here knows the correct answers.
I know a lot of stuff can be charged if an officer witnesses it regardless if someone is pressing charges. I don't know if seeing a video is the same as witnessing it live. That being said, I'm sure Disney is going to do everything in their power to make sure they never set foot on their property again.
I'm pretty sure they can charge them with child endangerment and maybe child abuse because the child was present, and at risk of being hurt as they fought around him with no regard to his safety
I’ve been kind of shocked at the reaction most people seem to have to this. What I saw in the video is very consistent with all the fights I’ve seen at WDW (and I’ve seen a lot). People seem to think Disney should have done more or been quicker to react, but this is about what their normal response is. Security generally has a hands off policy to these type of things, they just keep the regular guests out of the way while they wait for police to show up they’re not supposed to get physically involved. I’ve known CM’s who’ve gotten reprimanded and even lost their jobs due to trying to help break up a fight.
Anaheim police tweeted on the video, but honestly read the comments