BREAKING NEWS: Thief Caught in Wild Scene During Tourist’s First Disneyland Paris Visit
PARIS, FRANCE — October 14, 2025
What began as a dream trip for one first-time visitor to Disneyland Paris turned into a heart-pounding real-life adventure on Sunday afternoon, when park security and police responded to a theft in progress near Main Street, U.S.A.
According to eyewitnesses, a domestic tourist identified only as Emily Parker, 27, from Manchester, England, was enjoying her very first visit to the park when chaos erupted just meters away. A man allegedly attempted to snatch a bag from another guest while blending into the bustling crowd during the midday parade.
“One minute everyone was cheering for Mickey, the next there was shouting and people running,” said Parker, who described the scene as “utterly surreal.”
“It felt like stepping out of a fairy tale and straight into a crime movie.”
A Fairytale Turned Frenzy
Park officials confirmed that the suspect, believed to be a local man in his 30s, attempted to steal a luxury handbag belonging to a French visitor. When security staff confronted him near the Sleeping Beauty Castle courtyard, the man reportedly tried to flee, sparking a brief but dramatic chase through the park’s themed streets.
Guests described cast members and security personnel springing into action, quickly guiding families to safety while the chase unfolded through Fantasyland and Discovery Arcade.
“It was like watching a live-action show,” said one father from Spain, who caught part of the chase on video. “Everyone thought it was a performance at first — until we saw the police.”
Swift Response by Disney Security
Disneyland Paris released a short statement praising its staff and local authorities for their quick coordination.
“Our security teams, in cooperation with French police, responded immediately and apprehended the suspect without injuries,” the statement read. “The safety of our guests remains our top priority.”
Police later confirmed that the man was taken into custody and that the stolen items were successfully recovered. Investigators believe the suspect may be linked to a small theft ring targeting tourists in high-traffic areas around Paris.
A Vacation to Remember
For Emily Parker, whose trip was meant to be a lifelong dream come true, the ordeal turned into an unforgettable story.
“I came here for the magic — and I definitely got some,” she laughed. “It was scary, but the staff were incredible. They kept everyone calm and even gave us free fast passes for the rest of the day.”
Despite the temporary chaos, the park quickly returned to normal operations within minutes. Visitors even applauded security officers as they escorted the suspect out through a side gate.
By evening, the only sign of the disturbance was the buzz of conversation among visitors — and one very grateful tourist who, despite the drama, vowed to return.
“Disneyland is supposed to be magical,” Parker said. “And honestly? Even in a crisis, it still was.”
