Man Found Dead on Disneyland Property, Police Say No Foul Play
Anaheim police responded to a report of an unconscious man near the resort's south entrance, where he was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 65-year-old man was found dead on Disneyland property in Anaheim, California, over the weekend. Authorities stated that the death appeared to be from natural causes, with no immediate signs of trauma or foul play.
Anaheim police officers responded to a call shortly before 1:45 p.m. on Sunday regarding an unconscious man near the resort's south entrance off Katella Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered the man unresponsive on a sidewalk situated between the resort hotels and a park entrance. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The sidewalk where the man was found is located on Disneyland property, not on public land. This south entrance is separate from Disneyland's main entrance and provides convenient access for guests staying in nearby resort hotels.
Sgt. Eric Anderson of the Anaheim Police Department reported that the man's identity has not yet been released, and the coroner's office will be responsible for the official identification and determination of the cause of death. Anderson noted that the man had previously come into contact with Anaheim police homeless liaison officers, who regularly engage with individuals experiencing homelessness in the area to check on their well-being and offer assistance. These previous interactions were part of the department's outreach efforts and were not related to any arrests or criminal activity.
Investigators found a beer can near the deceased, but it is currently unknown if it is connected to his death. Police tape was visible across the sidewalk near a Disneyland Resort entrance sign, with a privacy screen set up as the investigation proceeded. Disneyland Resort Media Relations confirmed police involvement and directed inquiries to the Anaheim Police Department.