Overview

• In July 2021, Eugene Strickland rode the Downhill Double Dipper at Blizzard Beach and alleges he weighed 334 pounds, above the ride’s 300-pound limit.
• He contends that he became airborne on the steep drop, dislodging the inner tube and causing him to slam into the slide surface.
• Strickland claims to have suffered “permanent catastrophic injuries” and is seeking more than $50,000 in damages.
• The complaint filed May 29 charges Disney with negligence for failing to enforce weight restrictions and ensure safe premises.
• Disney has not responded publicly as the case proceeds, prompting broader questions over theme park safety protocols.