Law enforcement responded to Disney's Art of Animation Resort on Tuesday afternoon after a burglary was reported at the Walt Disney World Value Resort hotel.
Details of the Reported Burglary
The Orange County Sheriff's Office received the burglary report shortly after 12:00 p.m. on August 25. Scanner monitoring account @WDWActiveCrime shared the publicly available call details on X (formerly known as Twitter), posting:
🚨 Police Alert 🚓 – 8/25/26 12:14 PM
🚨: Burglary Hotel at 📍: Disney's Art of Animation Resort
#WaltDisneyWorld #Disney
🚨 Police Alert 🚓 – 8/25/26 12:14 PM
🚨: Burglary Hotel at 📍: Disney's Art of Animation Resort#WaltDisneyWorld #Disney pic.twitter.com/tGQ7Rktp6u— Walt Disney World: Active Calls (@WDWActiveCrime) August 25, 2026
A Google Maps screenshot accompanying the post identified a specific spot within the resort, though the pin may not represent the actual location of the burglary. Law enforcement calls tied to Walt Disney World Resort properties — including the theme parks, hotels, and Disney Springs — are commonly logged under a general address for each location rather than the precise location of the incident.
So far, neither Walt Disney World Resort nor the Orange County Sheriff's Office has released a public statement about the burglary. Additional details could surface later if a formal police report is filed or charges are brought against a suspect.
No Disruptions Reported for Guests
According to the My Disney Experience app, there's no indication that the reported burglary has affected day-to-day operations at Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Transportation options like the Disney Skyliner and resort buses remain in operation, and amenities, including pools and Quick-Service dining locations, continue operating as normal.
Guests staying at the resort or elsewhere at Walt Disney World Resort can continue with their vacation plans as scheduled. That said, anyone who comes across a law enforcement or security presence anywhere on Disney Park property should steer clear of the immediate area and follow any guidance from onsite authorities.
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