More tragedy in Orlando

[Bigred_inSD]

They found the boys body, he was found fully in tact, apparently the gator just drown him. Still awful, but at least they have remains to bury.

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

My family spent many wonderful times in the various Disney and other theme parks, etc in Florida. We never saw nor experienced a gator in one of the many ponds, lakes, etc. that we were near on any of the trips. I would suggest that although we were very aware of the many dangerous reptiles (gators, snakes, etc) and other creatures that populate Florida, we would likely have expected the "park waters' and areas of something like 'Beachcombers Beach" to be gator free and controlled for safety, etc. Disney advertisements showing people walking the beach would be more than enough suggestion of safe waters for children to walk along. Not sure if the little boy was actually in the water or just waling along it or playing beside it? I can't believe Disney would not be responsible and pay a big liability claim promptly.

What I read he was in ankle-deep water about a foot from the waters edge. The rest of the family were only a few feet further up the shore.

 

[GM_Tood]

I was a co-worker with the boys father...thoughts and prayers to Matt and his family. Horrible tragedy.

 

[Hooked on Huskers]

Besides the normal predators wandering in Florida,there are also the invasive species starting to take control.Monitor lizards and Burmese pythons to name a couple.They can be found almost anywhere,and are capable of serious injury or death.(not where I would choose for a relaxing vacation)

and stinks everywhere (swamp odor). Plus temperature and humidity are extreme. No four seasons.

Welcome to Florida ....... NO THANKS !!!

 

[JJ Husker]

The real question is...why did they let him that close to the water?

Maybe they didn't expect to be attacked by an alligator at a Disney resort.

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it was a lagoon outside the hotel correct? Doesn't common sense tell you it's not a good idea?

Actually, common sense tells me it was on Disney property and there were no signs warning of alligators. I would make the assumption that it was extremely safe to let my 2 year old wade in to 1 foot of water if I was very close to him (which it sounds like they were). Personally I think it is very bad form in this situation to try to blame the parents. I would request that you remove your comments on the chance that one of them might ever read what you posted. I would be embarrassed and ashamed if any comment of mine caused them any more pain than they have already endured. Not sure what there is to gain by questioning their actions now.

 

[Decked]

The real question is...why did they let him that close to the water?

Maybe they didn't expect to be attacked by an alligator at a Disney resort.

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it was a lagoon outside the hotel correct? Doesn't common sense tell you it's not a good idea?

Actually, common sense tells me it was on Disney property and there were no signs warning of alligators. I would make the assumption that it was extremely safe to let my 2 year old wade in to 1 foot of water if I was very close to him (which it sounds like they were). Personally I think it is very bad form in this situation to try to blame the parents. I would request that you remove your comments on the chance that one of them might ever read what you posted. I would be embarrassed and ashamed if any comment of mine caused them any more pain than they have already endured. Not sure what there is to gain by questioning their actions now.

I stand by what I posted. However, I do feel bad for the family... nobody should have to go through something like this.

 

[JJ Husker]

Well I guess standing by what you posted is what's important here. No need to worry about any possible additional pain it might cause the family. Thanks for your understanding.

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

Get over yourself. It's highly improbable that they will ever read his post. Besides, tens of millions have already asked that same question.

Decked asked a legitimate question, which will need to be asked at some point to determine if a civil suit should be pursued.

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

Here's a picture of a gator from a few weeks ago on the shore of the same lagoon where the kid was taken:

Here's a story about a family being chased by an aggressive gator at the same resort just a couple weeks ago: http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/terrified-brit-family-chased​-a​lligator-8197003

And this was the reaction from Disney when they heard about it:

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

Check out the promo image for the resort with people wading in the lagoon:

 

[JJ Husker]

Get over yourself. It's highly improbable that they will ever read his post. Besides, tens of millions have already asked that same question.

Decked asked a legitimate question, which will need to be asked at some point to determine if a civil suit should be pursued.

So we have another one who wants to cast shade on parents for letting their 2 year old son wade in 1 foot of water, within a few feet of his parents, along the banks of the one of the nicest Disney resorts where there are no gator signs posted? I'm sure they feel as terrible about this as is humanly possible but hey, let's not worry that the father is a UNL graduate and that he might possibly (but probably never) will see these posts placing blame on the parents for something as unforeseeable as this. Nice. Suggestion- Don't ever let your kid ride his bike without a helmet or walk down a street, or do anything, ever, without being prepared to having to be questioned about your actions if some unexpected tragedy should ever happen. Whatever happened to simple human compassion?

The important thing is to ask the right questions, all of them, and to not have one care in the world about the additional it may (but likely won't) the grieving family. Nice.

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

Get over yourself. It's highly improbable that they will ever read his post. Besides, tens of millions have already asked that same question.

Decked asked a legitimate question, which will need to be asked at some point to determine if a civil suit should be pursued.

So we have another one who wants to cast shade on parents for letting their 2 year old son wade in 1 foot of water, within a few feet of his parents, along the banks of the one of the nicest Disney resorts where there are no gator signs posted? I'm sure they feel as terrible about this as is humanly possible but hey, let's not worry that the father is a UNL graduate and that he might possibly (but probably never) will see these posts placing blame on the parents for something as unforeseeable as this. Nice. Suggestion- Don't ever let your kid ride his bike without a helmet or walk down a street, or do anything, ever, without being prepared to having to be questioned about your actions if some unexpected tragedy should ever happen. Whatever happened to simple human compassion?
The important thing is to ask the right questions, all of them, and to not have one care in the world about the additional it may (but likely won't) the grieving family. Nice.

When did you take me off ignore?

I know, you can't quit me.

Suggestion-

Read, and comprehend, my posts in this thread.

Then please try to find where I cast shade on the parents.

And after you are unsuccessful, kindly stop telling lies about me.

Try to become a better poster.

 

[JJ Husker]

Get over yourself. It's highly improbable that they will ever read his post. Besides, tens of millions have already asked that same question.

Decked asked a legitimate question, which will need to be asked at some point to determine if a civil suit should be pursued.

So we have another one who wants to cast shade on parents for letting their 2 year old son wade in 1 foot of water, within a few feet of his parents, along the banks of the one of the nicest Disney resorts where there are no gator signs posted? I'm sure they feel as terrible about this as is humanly possible but hey, let's not worry that the father is a UNL graduate and that he might possibly (but probably never) will see these posts placing blame on the parents for something as unforeseeable as this. Nice. Suggestion- Don't ever let your kid ride his bike without a helmet or walk down a street, or do anything, ever, without being prepared to having to be questioned about your actions if some unexpected tragedy should ever happen. Whatever happened to simple human compassion?
The important thing is to ask the right questions, all of them, and to not have one care in the world about the additional it may (but likely won't) the grieving family. Nice.

When did you take me off ignore?

I know, you can't quit me.

Suggestion-

Read, and comprehend, my posts in this thread.

Then please try to find where I cast shade on the parents.

And after you are unsuccessful, kindly stop telling lies about me.

Try to become a better poster.

Don't worry, I didn't take you off of ignore. But from time to time I may, against better judgment, choose to override the sensible suggestion of the ignore feature and view some of your posts anyway. Since it seems to be bothersome, I will be sure to do it more often. As always, if you want to discuss anything further with me, please join me in the shed.

 

[Red Dead Redemption]

Whatever happened to simple human compassion?

It is hilarious to hear this sentiment coming from someone who said he wants me to get hit by a truck or that I should shoot myself in the head.

 

[Mierin]

A woman posted these photos she took of her son on Facebook. She says she took them the same night the attack happened in the same place.