Magic Kingdom Experiences Stampede Amidst False Gun Scare
A chaotic scene unfolded at Magic Kingdom on Thursday, August 29, 2024, as guests reported a stampede on Main Street, U.S.A. around the park’s closing time of 10 p.m. Social media posts also indicated a heavy police presence in the area.
Initial reports suggested a gun scare as the catalyst for the panic, but no eyewitnesses have corroborated seeing a weapon or hearing gunshots. Thankfully, no serious injuries have been reported.
Related – Heavy Police Presence Outside Magic Kingdom Main Gate
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) promptly addressed the situation, confirming on X (formerly Twitter) that there was no active shooter at Magic Kingdom. According to their statement, a “popping” sound, possibly from a balloon, during a fight caused the initial panic, leading to the stampede.
Monorail service from Magic Kingdom was temporarily suspended, but guests were still allowed to leave the park.
Disney has since released a statement expressing gratitude to OCSO for their swift response and reassuring the public that operations resumed after the incident and the park is now closed for the night.
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