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Costumed Disney Worker Killed at DisneyWorld
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that makes me sad
Could you please post the story here? Sorry, but I am having problems registering with their site.
Searched Google News for this. Apparently it wasn't a "murder in cold blood", more like an "accident with a parade float." Still sad, but a little less sensational.
By Sean Mussenden | Sentinel Staff Writer
Posted February 11, 2004, 5:11 PM EST
A Disney worker was killed during a parade at the Magic Kingdom this afternoon, rescue officials said.
The worker, a costumed character taking part in an afternoon parade, was killed about 3:15 p.m., said Bo Jones, assistant chief of the Reedy Creek Fire Department.
"It was a costumed character, but I don't know which one," Jones said. Jones was unable to confirm reports that the worker was killed after being hit by a float.
Though unaware of the cause, Jones said the accident occurred in a backstage area, out of sight of guests.
Jones said the Orange County Sheriff's Office was looking into the death.
Disney officials did not immediately return calls for comment.
Posted February 11, 2004, 5:11 PM EST
A Disney worker was killed during a parade at the Magic Kingdom this afternoon, rescue officials said.
The worker, a costumed character taking part in an afternoon parade, was killed about 3:15 p.m., said Bo Jones, assistant chief of the Reedy Creek Fire Department.
"It was a costumed character, but I don't know which one," Jones said. Jones was unable to confirm reports that the worker was killed after being hit by a float.
Though unaware of the cause, Jones said the accident occurred in a backstage area, out of sight of guests.
Jones said the Orange County Sheriff's Office was looking into the death.
Disney officials did not immediately return calls for comment.
It's most likely a result of how bad things have gotten here. Disney continues to try to get rid of any employees with benefits to increase their profits. Poor morale adds to a dangerous situation.
In a way, it's good that the shareholder meeting is going on this week.
In a way, it's good that the shareholder meeting is going on this week.