🚨 LAWSUIT FILED AFTER DISNEY ARREST A guest is suing Disney & the Orange County Sheriff’s Office after a Magic Kingdom arrest. Deputies say she was intoxicated, trespassed, and resisted. The lawsuit claims she was in a medical emergency that was ignored 😳 Two very different stories here 👀
A Missouri woman is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office following her arrest at Magic Kingdom, claiming she was experiencing a medical emergency that was ignored by both Disney staff and deputies.
The lawsuit stems from an April 11, 2025 incident at the Magic Kingdom bus loop, where deputies arrested the woman on multiple charges. However, the civil complaint paints a dramatically different picture of what allegedly unfolded that night.
📍 What the Arrest Report Says
According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrest report, deputies responded to the Magic Kingdom bus area around 9:35 p.m. for a reported disturbance.
Deputies reported encountering a woman identified as Halen Holton engaged in a heated verbal altercation with a Disney security manager.
The report states:
- Holton was causing a disturbance and yelling in a public area
- Disney security issued a trespass warning and requested she leave the property
- She allegedly refused to leave despite multiple requests
- Deputies attempted to detain her, at which point she resisted by tensing and pulling away
She was subsequently arrested and charged with:
- Trespass after warning
- Disorderly intoxication
- Resisting an officer without violence
The report further notes she was transported to the Orange County Jail, where she was described as uncooperative during the booking process.
⚖️ What the Lawsuit Alleges
In contrast, the civil complaint filed in Orange County presents a significantly different account of events.
According to the lawsuit, Holton alleges she was experiencing a serious medical emergency that was ignored or dismissed throughout the incident.
In her affidavit, Holton wrote that she “began experiencing confusion, weakness, and overheating,” and repeatedly asked staff to call 911.
Key allegations in the lawsuit include:
- Disney staff failed to call 911 despite repeated requests for medical help
- Employees allegedly mocked or minimized her condition
- Deputies allegedly refused to summon emergency medical services
- She was allegedly prevented from leaving to seek help on her own
- Officers allegedly used force during the arrest, including pulling her hair
- She claims she was placed in a hot patrol vehicle while in medical distress
🚔 Allegations Inside the Jail
The lawsuit also details allegations about her time inside the Orange County Jail, describing what she claims were deteriorating conditions and repeated denials of care.
She further alleged she was “denied water and medical attention” while in custody and believed she might die during the incident.
Additional claims include:
- Denial of medical care
- Use of force by correctional staff
- Being held without proper clothing or access to basic needs
The complaint brings multiple claims, including negligence, false arrest, battery, and violations of federal civil rights.
📄 Read the Full Affidavit
To provide full transparency, the complete affidavit submitted by the plaintiff is available below:
👉 View Full Affidavit Document
The affidavit reflects the plaintiff’s account of events as stated in court filings. The allegations have not been proven in court.
⚠️ Conflicting Accounts at the Center of the Case
The case centers on two sharply conflicting narratives:
- Law enforcement account: A trespassed guest who refused to leave and resisted deputies
- Plaintiff’s account: A medically distressed individual whose requests for help were ignored, leading to an unlawful arrest
At the time of publication, no official response from Disney or the Orange County Sheriff’s Office has been included in the court filing.
📁 What Happened to the Criminal Charges?
Public court records tied to the arrest are not readily available, suggesting the charges may have been dismissed or expunged. However, official confirmation of the case disposition has not been located at this time.
🧾 What Happens Next
The lawsuit seeks damages in excess of $50,000 per count, along with potential punitive damages and injunctive relief.
The case will now proceed through the civil court process, where evidence, including possible body camera footage, may further clarify what occurred that night.
