Witnesses Uncover Chilling Details of Disney Fan’s Final Moments

A tragic incident occurred recently at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, involving a devoted Disney fan named Summer Equitz. The 31-year-old was found deceased on October 14 at the Contemporary Resort hotel, following a fatal plunge from the twelfth floor. Preliminary investigations confirmed that Equitz died from multiple blunt force impact injuries.

Witness Accounts of the Incident

Witnesses present at the time reported hearing unusual sounds just before the tragic fall. A couple informed Orange County police that they heard a loud noise, followed by a sighting of a woman on the ground. Another witness described hearing a significant bang and saw a tote bag near the balcony railing where Equitz jumped.

Background Information on Summer Equitz

Originally from Illinois, Equitz was a well-known Disney superfan who had previously worked as a character performer at Disneyland in Anaheim from 2012 to 2015. She celebrated her honeymoon at Walt Disney World with her husband, Nicholas Danlovich, last year. Just ten months before her death, she announced her pregnancy through an ultrasound image posted online.

Speculations and Investigations

Prior to the identification of Equitz, a missing person post had circulated on social media. Rumors circulated suggesting she may have been struck by a monorail, but law enforcement quickly dismissed these claims. The investigation into her tragic death continues, with officials focusing on the circumstances surrounding their findings.

Other Recent Deaths at Walt Disney World

Equitz’s death marked one of several fatalities at the resort over a short period. In total, four individuals have been reported dead within 19 days. Key incidents include:

• On October 21, a man in his 60s died from a medical episode at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort.
• Days later, aspiring NFL referee Matthew Cohn died by suicide at the Contemporary Resort, suffering multiple traumatic injuries.
• On November 2, another woman in her 40s died at the theme park, but law enforcement found no signs of foul play in her case.

As police continue their investigations, the circumstances surrounding these events remain a concern for visitors and staff at the popular destination. If you or someone you know is struggling, resources such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offer support.