All articles tagged with #hotel incident
Originally Published 9 days ago — by NBC News
Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead at the San Francisco Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day, with the cause of death pending investigation. Her family has requested privacy during this difficult time.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Independent
A 31-year-old woman from Illinois, Summer Equitz, was found dead at Disney World's Contemporary Resort in Florida, in an apparent suicide, hours after being reported missing from her home. The incident occurred near the Magic Kingdom, with authorities confirming it was not related to the monorail, despite initial rumors. Equitz was a Disney superfan, and her death has prompted discussions about mental health and the importance of support services.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
A guest died in an apparent suicide at Disney's Contemporary Resort in Walt Disney World, with initial rumors suggesting a monorail incident, which was later denied by authorities. The incident is under investigation, and Disney has not yet commented.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Daily News
New security footage reveals that Liam Payne was carried to his hotel room by staff shortly before his death, after reportedly threatening to escape via the balcony. Payne, who disliked being confined, fell to his death while attempting to leave the room at CasaSur Palermo in Buenos Aires.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
Former One Direction member Liam Payne, 31, died after falling from a second-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, reportedly while trying to escape due to a fear of being locked in rooms. Payne was under the influence of alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant at the time. The hotel was allegedly aware of his tendency to escape via balconies, and images show him being forcefully put into his room shortly before the fall. The autopsy confirmed his death was due to multiple trauma.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Page Six
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, tragically fell to his death from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on October 16, reportedly while attempting to escape his room during a drug binge. Security footage and police reports suggest he was trying to climb down using the balcony. Three individuals, including a friend and an alleged drug dealer, have been charged in connection with his death. Payne's funeral was attended by his former bandmates, and a toxicology report revealed multiple drugs in his system.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WGN TV Chicago
Three individuals have been charged in connection with the death of former One Direction member Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires in October. Authorities in Argentina have charged them with abandonment of a person followed by death, and the supply and facilitation of narcotics. Payne was found to have cocaine, alcohol, and a prescription antidepressant in his system, and it is believed he may have been unconscious at the time of his fall. The suspects include a hotel employee and a drug supplier.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Six people, including two U.S. citizens, were found dead in a Bangkok hotel room in what police suspect was a homicide. The victims, all of Vietnamese descent, showed no immediate signs of robbery or assault, and authorities are investigating the possibility of intentional harm through a harmful substance. The incident could impact Thailand's tourism industry, and both U.S. and Vietnamese officials are closely monitoring the situation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
WWE star Chelsea Green was kicked out of a New York City hotel bar and accused of being an escort due to her outfit, which she described as a humiliating experience. Green explained that she and a friend were asked to leave The Plaza Hotel's Champagne Bar because they weren't guests, and security allegedly made derogatory remarks. Her husband, fellow wrestler Matt Cardona, commented on the incident. Green believes surveillance footage will support her account, but the hotel has not responded to requests for comment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
The Utah women’s basketball team changed hotels before their NCAA Tournament game after racist slurs were shouted at them while walking to a restaurant, prompting safety concerns. The team, band, and cheerleaders encountered the slurs, leading to a hotel change. The university filed a police report, and the city and police officials scheduled a news conference. Gonzaga, the host institution, expressed frustration and sadness over the situation, emphasizing the importance of student-athlete safety. The incident occurred in Coeur d’Alene, a city with a largely White population and a history with extremist groups.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The Utah women's basketball team had to change hotels during the NCAA Tournament due to "racial hate crimes," according to coach Lynne Roberts. The incidents occurred after the team checked into a hotel in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and the NCAA and Gonzaga assisted in finding a new hotel. Gonzaga's athletic department released a statement condemning "hate speech in any form," and Roberts expressed disappointment, saying the incidents made her players feel unsafe during what should have been a joyous occasion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
A California man is considering legal action against The Venetian Las Vegas after allegedly being stung in his testicles by a scorpion while sleeping in bed at the resort. Michael Farchi claims the incident occurred in December 2023 and resulted in him seeking hospital treatment. The hotel reportedly comped his room, but Farchi disputes this. The Venetian stated that they followed protocols for the incident, and this comes after other Las Vegas strip resorts made headlines for bed bug incidents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
A 61-year-old man, Michael Farchi, is considering legal action after being stung in the testicles by a scorpion while staying at The Venetian in Las Vegas. Waking up to excruciating pain, Farchi found the scorpion clinging to his underwear and was treated at a local hospital for the sting. Despite still experiencing symptoms, the hotel reportedly comped his room but was "dismissive and unapologetic." His attorney, known for representing bedbug exposure cases, is now investigating the incident and considering legal action on Farchi's behalf.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
A man from Los Angeles County staying at a Las Vegas resort claims he was stung by a scorpion on his testicles while asleep, leading to excruciating pain and an early checkout. The hotel compensated him for his room, and he is considering legal action. The resort stated that protocols were followed, but the man and his attorney are questioning how the scorpion got into the room and the effectiveness of the resort's procedures.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The San Francisco 49ers experienced a disruptive start to their day as a fire alarm went off at their team hotel in Las Vegas, causing annoyance among players, particularly Christian McCaffrey and Nick Bosa, who suspected it may not have been accidental. Despite this and other quirky incidents during their Super Bowl preparations, the team remains focused on their upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs.