Death on Frozen Ever After at HK Disneyland after a medical emergency

A 53-year-old Filipino man died Friday after losing consciousness while riding the Frozen Ever After attraction at Hong Kong Disneyland, park officials and local authorities said. The guest became unresponsive during the slow-moving boat ride at about 10 a.m., his wife alerted staff, and first aid responders performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on board before he was taken by ambulance to North Lantau Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at about 11:30 a.m.

A resort spokesperson said cast members arranged for a first aider to check on the man as the boat prepared to dock and that the resort deeply regrets the passing and will provide assistance to the family. The spokesperson added that initial investigations have found no indications the incident was related to ride safety.

Police received a report of the incident at 10:18 a.m., and officers were told by the man’s wife that he had preexisting medical conditions, including a history of heart disease and high blood pressure that required regular treatment, authorities said. The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong confirmed the death and said it was coordinating with local authorities to assist the family.