Police Investigate Reported Death at Disney Springs Orange Garage

Dead Body Reported at Orange Garage in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World

Authorities are investigating a death reported at Disney Springs on Friday evening, following a heavy police presence at one of the shopping district’s parking structures.

According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, a call for service was received at approximately 8:55 p.m. EST on January 2, 2026, regarding a “person down” near East Buena Vista Drive. Moments later, the status of the call was updated to “Dead Person”.

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While the Sheriff’s Office has not yet released the exact address or circumstances regarding the incident, witnesses on the scene reported seeing law enforcement activity within the Orange Garage at Disney Springs. Reports indicate that deputies quickly established a perimeter on the lower level of the garage, utilizing a blue tarp to shield the scene from guests returning to their vehicles or walking toward the resort bus loops.

Social media users who were parking or leaving the garage at the time corroborated the reports of police activity in the area.

At this time, no further details have been released regarding the identity of the individual or the cause of death. This marks the first reported death at Walt Disney World in 2026.

The Orange Garage is a central parking hub for Disney Springs, primarily serving guests visiting the West Side and Town Center areas.

This is a breaking news story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

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