Death at Disneyland: Woman Dies After Riding The Haunted Mansion

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There has been a death at Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion attraction.

A visitor to Disneyland sadly passed away after a health issue while on The Haunted Mansion ride Monday evening, October 6th. This is a very unusual and unfortunate event for one of the park’s most popular and classic attractions.

Emergency Response and Initial Details

KTLA reports that Anaheim Fire & Rescue responded to a call at Disneyland around 6:30 p.m. about a woman who wasn’t responding. When they arrived, they found Disneyland security and park medical staff already giving the woman CPR near the exit of The Haunted Mansion.

A woman in her 60s was taken to a local hospital after an incident, but she was later pronounced dead. Officials haven’t released her name yet, and the cause of death is still under investigation by the Orange County Coroner’s Office.

Initial reports indicate the guest might have had a heart attack, but this hasn’t been confirmed. Disney hasn’t released any official statement about the incident yet.

A Rare Incident at a Classic Attraction

The Haunted Mansion has been a beloved part of Disneyland since it opened in 1969. It’s known for being a ride everyone can enjoy – there’s no height requirement – and offers gentle spooky effects, a slow ride in ‘doom buggies,’ and lots of impressive scenes rather than big drops or thrills.

Disney describes the ride as spooky with a few mildly scary moments, but assures guests it’s not graphic or violent. Because it’s designed for families, any major problems are very rare.

The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland has never had a reported death. While there have been a few injuries on similar rides at other Disney parks – like the one at Walt Disney World – these usually happen when guests are getting on or off the ride, not because of any problem with the ride itself.

Ongoing Investigation

Officials haven’t found any evidence that the ride itself caused the guest’s medical problem. The investigation into the death at the Haunted Mansion will probably focus on what happened with the guest’s health, how quickly the park reacted, and whether standard safety rules were followed.

Police in Anaheim have stated they don’t believe any crime was involved. They think a medical issue, not a mistake during operations, caused the incident.

Disney prioritizes guest safety at its theme parks with comprehensive emergency plans. Each park has its own medical team prepared for serious issues like heart and breathing problems, and they’re known for providing very quick responses.

The ride reopened to guests following standard checks after the incident.

Background on Disneyland Ride Safety

Serious accidents at Disneyland are very uncommon, particularly in recent years. Disney has significantly improved safety with things like high-tech ride checks, careful monitoring by staff, and regular maintenance.

Despite generally safe operations, unexpected health issues or medical problems sometimes lead to unfortunate incidents. When these happen, safety experts and local officials always conduct thorough investigations, both internally and externally.

Community Reaction

The Haunted Mansion is a beloved ride, so the recent death at Disneyland has understandably upset visitors and employees. Paramedics were dispatched to the New Orleans Square area, as reported by KTLA.

As of today, Disney hasn’t made any official announcement or expressed condolences. We at That Park Place will continue to update this story with more information, including the official cause of death from the Orange County Coroner’s Office when it becomes available.

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2025-10-09 15:57