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Hoax – A man was decapitated on Disney’s Space Mountain after standing up during the ride.
Analysis
A shocking story has been going viral on English-language websites and even reached Brazil. According to the “news,” a man was allegedly decapitated after standing up during the ride on Disney’s Space Mountain.
The story is detailed, with supposed witnesses and even practical consequences, such as the temporary closure of the ride. Read excerpts from the story circulating online:
Man decapitated on Space Mountain while standing up. A man was decapitated on Space Mountain. According to official reports, the man’s head was cut off when passing under the tracks at high speed.
Apparently, his safety bar came loose in the middle of the ride, so he decided to stand up. Witnesses in the same car said the man shouted “Look at me, I’m surfing through space,” just before the tragedy occurred. […]
This death forced Disney to close the ride for a few hours to clean the vehicle, the tracks, and conduct an investigation. […]
Fact-check
The impact of the story has led many to question whether it is real. Fortunately, the answer is no. In this fact-check, we will answer the following questions: 1) Was a man decapitated on Disney’s Space Mountain? 2) What is the origin of this viral story? 3) Are there other fake news stories about Disney circulating?
Was a man decapitated on Disney’s Space Mountain?
No. There is no official or credible journalistic record of a man being decapitated on Disney’s Space Mountain. The story has not been confirmed by authorities nor by respected news outlets. Moreover, the source of the story confirms that it is a fake story.
What is the origin of this viral story?
The story originally appeared on an American website specializing in creating satirical (and dubious) content about Disney, Mousetrap News. The site itself states that all its content is fictional. In other words, it is a deliberate invention intended to entertain (or confuse) readers.
Are there other fake news stories about Disney circulating?
Yes, Disney is a frequent target of rumors and fabricated stories. Often, these narratives are sensationalist and aim to generate clicks and engagement. This story follows the same pattern as other fake news previously spread about Disney, such as the one about a man allegedly arrested for farting at Disney, debunked in this other Boatos.org article. Note: the source of that story is the same as today.
Conclusion
The story that a man was decapitated on Disney’s Space Mountain is completely false. It is a narrative created by a satire site, with no support from facts or official records.
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