Police Determine Reports of ‘Active Shooter’ at California Disneyland Hotel Are a Hoax

Law enforcement officials responded to reports of a possible active shooter at one of Disneyland’s hotels in Anaheim, California, on Thursday only to discover it was instead a dangerous hoax. In a post on Facebook, the Anaheim Police Department said officers received a report of an active shooter at or near the Disneyland Hotel at approximately 6:10 p.m., prompting a “significant police response.” “Responding Officers quickly determined the report was a hoax. Officers thoroughly checked the area and did not locate any evidence a shooting occurred,” police said. There is currently no threat to the Disneyland Resort or the surrounding area, although officials noted there would be an increased police presence at the Disneyland Resort and surrounding area throughout the remainder of Thursday evening....