Former Massachusetts Officer Charged with Assault at Disney World
Duane Danforth, a decorated police detective, faces charges after an altercation involving Disney World employees and a deputy.
- Duane Danforth, a 38-year-old Massachusetts police detective, was arrested for allegedly assaulting Disney World employees and a deputy sheriff.
- The incident occurred at Epcot's United Kingdom Lochside during a private event on January 30.
- Danforth, who was intoxicated and holding a child, is accused of shoving a deputy and threatening to kill staff members.
- He has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
- Danforth was named Officer of the Year in 2021 and is also a United States Army veteran.