Early Sunday morning, local authorities were called to Disney's Old Key West Resort in response to a report of an endangered missing person. Here's everything we know about the situation.
What Happened at Disney's Old Key West Resort?
At 6:06 a.m. on August 23, the Orange County Sheriff's Office received a call reporting an endangered missing person at Disney's Old Key West Resort. Law enforcement monitoring account @WDWActiveCrime shared the scanner report on X (formerly Twitter):
🚨 Police Alert 🚓 – 8/23/26 6:06 AM
🚨: Missing Endangered Person at 📍: Disney's Old Key West Resort
#WaltDisneyWorld #Disney
It's worth noting that a Google Maps screenshot attached to the post pinpoints a specific location within the resort, but scanner reports across Walt Disney World Resort are often logged at generalized addresses for the theme parks, hotels, and Disney Springs — rather than at the exact coordinates of an emergency response.
As of now, neither the Orange County Sheriff's Office nor Walt Disney World Resort has released any additional information about the endangered missing person. If the individual was located, law enforcement would likely withhold details out of respect for their privacy. Further information may only become available if a police report or criminal charges are filed in connection with the disappearance.
What Should Guests at the Resort Know?
Operations at Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney's Old Key West Resort, appear to be continuing as normal following the August 23 report. Guests can feel comfortable proceeding with their vacation plans as usual, but should be prepared to follow any guidance from security cast members or law enforcement if they encounter an active response anywhere on property.

