> At a Glance
> – A Dec. 30 queue-line dispute at Indiana Jones Adventure escalated into a 30-second assault that left one guest stitched and bruised
> – Anaheim police confirm the injured man stayed in the park while the suspect fled and remains at large
> – Disneyland compensated the family with Lightning Lane passes and replacement clothing after the attack
> – Why it matters: Violent outbursts in family-friendly parks spotlight growing tensions over queue etiquette and guest safety
A family trip to Disneyland turned bloody when a complaint about line-cutting triggered a rapid-fire assault inside the Indiana Jones Adventure queue, prompting a police search and sparking online debate over guest behavior.
The Incident
Around 2 p.m. on December 30, a verbal clash erupted after one group tried to pass another already waiting for the popular attraction, according to Anaheim Police Sgt. Matt Sutter.
> “A verbal argument led to a physical altercation.”
The confrontation lasted roughly 30 seconds before the suspect landed a final sucker punch, drew blood, and ran off with his family, eyewitnesses reported on Reddit.
Victim’s Account
A woman posting under Wittwitbarista said her husband required four stitches and sported a “wicked shiner” above his right eyebrow.
> “Hubby got vouchers [for] replacement clothes (pants got destroyed and shirt soaked in blood) from the shops.”
The couple’s teenager captured the incident on video, while Disney staff swiftly provided Lightning Lane passes for the rest of the day to the couple’s children, ages 17-26.
Police Appeal
Authorities have not located the suspect and are requesting:
- Eyewitness statements
- Cell-phone or park video
> “Anyone with information … is encouraged to contact the Anaheim Police Department.”
Key Takeaways
- One guest hospitalized with stitches after a queue-line attack on Dec. 30
- Suspect still at large; police following up on leads
- Disneyland offered expedited ride access and clothing vouchers to the injured family
- Incident underscores rising tempers over line etiquette at major theme parks
