A man was found dead on a sidewalk near the south entrance of Disneyland Resort in Anaheim on Oct. 25. Police said there were no signs of trauma or foul play.
A man was found dead on Disneyland Resort property in Anaheim, California, over the weekend, according to police.
Some reports indicate that he may have been homeless.
Officers responded to a report of an unconscious man near the resort’s south entrance shortly before 1:45 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, Fox News reported. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have not released his name.
Where was the man found at Disneyland?
On a sidewalk near the south entrance of Disneyland Resort, off Katella Avenue, according to Fox News. The area sits between the resort hotels and a park entrance and is on Disneyland property.
Police put up tape and a privacy screen on the sidewalk during the investigation.
What did police say about the death?
There were no signs of trauma or foul play, Anaheim Police Department Sgt. Eric Anderson told Fox News. Police said the death appeared to be from natural causes.
The Orange County coroner’s office will determine the official cause of death.
Did the death affect Disneyland park operations?
There were no reports that the death affected operations at Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure, based on Fox News’ report.
What did Disneyland say?
Disneyland Resort Media Relations confirmed that Anaheim police responded to the scene. The resort declined to answer more questions and referred them to police, Fox News reported.
Who investigates deaths at Disneyland?
Local authorities. Disneyland Resort is in the city of Anaheim, so the Anaheim Police Department responds to incidents there. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department’s coroner division handles investigations into a person’s cause of death.
Results from a coroner’s review can take weeks.
What is the south entrance at Disneyland Resort?
One of the guest entry points along Katella Avenue. Many guests walk through this area when coming from nearby hotels, parking areas, and shuttle stops on their way to the parks and Downtown Disney District.
What should guests do in an emergency at Disneyland?
Tell a cast member right away or call 911. Disneyland Resort has first aid stations inside both parks, and cast members can call security and medical help quickly.
If you see someone who looks unwell outside the parks, stay with them if it’s safe and call 911.
Does Disneyland have security at its entrances?
Yes. Guests go through security screening before entering the parks and Downtown Disney District. Security officers and cast members also patrol the resort area, and Anaheim police respond to emergencies there.
How many people visit Disneyland Resort?
Millions of guests visit Disneyland and Disney California Adventure each year. With large crowds and nearby hotels and businesses, police and Disney security work together around the resort area.
Will police share more information?
Possibly. Police said the coroner’s office will decide the cause of death, and the man’s name may be released after his family is notified.
Article compiled with the help of the Pirates & Princesses newsroom.
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Hat Tips:
Fox News (Oct. 26, 2026), the location, police response, Sgt. Eric Anderson’s comments and Disneyland’s response
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