Incident Overview

A California mother found herself in hot water at Disney California Adventure Park after trying to sneak her children into the theme park by passing them off as toddlers. This brazen act, aimed at saving on admission fees, ended dramatically with the woman being escorted out in handcuffs while her emotionally distressed daughters clung to her sides, crying out for help in Spanish.

Viral Video Captures Arrest

In a shocking video that has since gone viral on TikTok, the mother is seen surrounded by Disney security and the Anaheim police, with her two young girls visibly upset. As the police detained her, another officer was spotted pushing a side-by-side stroller, highlighting the elaborate lengths she went to avoid paying for her family's entrance.

Social Media Reaction

The viral clip, now viewed nearly 400,000 times, was captioned “Getting arrested at the happiest place on earth,” perfectly encapsulating the irony of the situation. Another footage, shared by TMZ, captures the mother pleading, “You’re f*cking hurting me!” during the tense encounter.

Details of the Attempt

The Anaheim Police Department further revealed that the woman attempted to pass her kids off as two-year-olds, thus evading the ticket fee. Disneyland’s policy states children under three years old don’t require a park ticket. A one-day pass to Disneyland and Adventure Park starts at $104, while a 'Park Hopper Pass' costs an additional $65, allowing access to both parks on the same day.

Repeat Offender

Authorities noted that this was not the first time the mother had tried to sneak her children into Disneyland. She was arrested for trespassing but was later released with a citation. Disneyland confirmed that security had confronted the woman after noticing discrepancies in her story.

Broader Context

This incident is not isolated; Disneyland has faced numerous occasions of guests trying to evade entrance fees by misrepresenting the ages of their children. A notable previous case involved a woman at Disney World in Florida who attempted to disguise her elementary-aged child as an infant by covering the child with a blanket in a stroller.

Conclusion

As the theme park continues to combat these dubious tactics, it raises questions about the lengths some parents will go to for a day of fun. Disney has continually reinforced its policies regarding park admissions, providing clear guidelines to avoid similar situations. As this story unfolds, many are left wondering: What drives parents to take such risks, especially in a place famously dubbed 'the happiest place on earth'?