On this day March 7 1981 an 18 year old teenager was fatally stabbed at Disneyland’s Tomorrowland after an altercation with a 28 year old man. The incident occurred after the teen reportedly pinched the man’s girlfriend leading to a violent confrontation that ended in tragedy.
This was one of the rare but shocking incidents of violence at Disneyland a park known for its family friendly environment. Despite strict security measures occasional violent crimes and accidents have taken place over the years.
80s insight: Since Disneyland opened in 1955 there have been 26 recorded deaths at the park from accidents medical emergencies and rare violent incidents.
This was one of the rare but shocking incidents of violence at Disneyland a park known for its family friendly environment. Despite strict security measures occasional violent crimes and accidents have taken place over the years.
80s insight: Since Disneyland opened in 1955 there have been 26 recorded deaths at the park from accidents medical emergencies and rare violent incidents.
