Worker on Disney Property Arrested, Accused of ‘Grand Theft’ and ‘Forgery’
A worker assigned to a Disney World resort has been arrested after a guest reported several suspicious withdrawals tied to her missing checkbook. The incident has sparked a wave of questions from fans and travelers, especially since the arrest happened on Walt Disney World property but did not involve a Disney-employed Cast Member.
According to an arrest affidavit, the case began on December 3, when a guest staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas contacted the Orange County Sheriff’s Office after receiving alerts from her bank. The bank had flagged four questionable checks, all written to an unfamiliar name and totaling nearly $1,300. When the guest checked her belongings, she realized her checkbook had disappeared.
Checks Reportedly Linked Back to On-Site Worker
Investigators say the checks—ranging from $98 to $670—were made out to “Michael Henrichsen.” That name reportedly led deputies to 21-year-old Mason Reid Henrichsen, who worked at the resort through Town Park, a third-party company contracted to operate on Disney property. While he worked at an on-site location, he was not employed by Disney itself.
When deputies interviewed Henrichsen, he allegedly claimed he found a blank check in the parking lot and wrote one for $88 to himself. According to the affidavit, he told investigators he attempted to deposit the check at a bank near Disney Springs, but the deposit was declined and no money entered his account. His version did not explain the remaining checks tied to the case.
Company Responds to the Investigation
Town Park, his employer, issued a statement acknowledging that Henrichsen was one of their workers and confirmed that it is cooperating with authorities. The company did not discuss his job status or whether he had been removed from duty following the arrest, but it emphasized its willingness to assist law enforcement.
Disney did not release a statement, which is typical when an incident involves a contracted worker rather than a direct Disney employee.
Charges Filed as Case Moves Forward
Henrichsen now faces charges of grand theft by fraud and forgery of a check. The investigation remains active, and prosecutors will determine the next steps as the case moves through the court system. As always, the suspect is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
For visitors, the incident serves as a reminder to keep a close eye on bank alerts while traveling. In this case, quick reporting by the guest played a major role in launching the investigation and identifying the individual allegedly responsible.
