Family-Filled Disney World Bus Reportedly Hit by Armed Confrontation

A Monday night incident on a road near Walt Disney World has led to an arrest. Reporting from WDWNT and ClickOrlando says police arrested a man accused of pointing a handgun at a Disney bus on East Buena Vista Drive.

Here’s a plain, sequential look at what is being reported. Every detail comes from an arrest affidavit as relayed by ClickOrlando, and every detail is an allegation. The man arrested is facing a charge. He has not been convicted of anything.

9 p.m., Monday, October 5: The Call

According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrest affidavit, police received a call on Monday, October 5, at 9 p.m., ClickOrlando reported.

The report says a driver in a white Jeep pointed a gun at a Disney bus near East Buena Vista Drive and Bonnet Creek Parkway. The person who called 911 claimed the driver went on to Port Orleans Resort.

Next: The Search at Port Orleans Resort

When police reached the resort, they found the vehicle. It was empty.

Later: A Man Approaches an Officer

David Charlot, 25, then approached a police officer and said he was a DoorDash driver delivering food. WDWNT’s report says he allegedly delivered a DoorDash order to Port Orleans Resort after the incident. That’s a detail we can’t confirm independently.

What Charlot Told Police

The affidavit includes a summary of his initial statement. “Charlot told me in an initial verbal statement that he did indeed have a handgun in his car, but never pointed it at anyone or interacted with anyone,” it reads, according to the news outlet. “He was just delivering food.”

That is his account as it appears in the affidavit.

What a Witness Told Police

A witness described events differently. According to the report, the white Jeep was in front of the bus. When the light turned green and the Jeep did not move, the bus driver honked the horn.

The affidavit quotes the witness’s description of what followed. “The driver of the Jeep … got out and approached the bus,” it says. “He then went back to the Jeep, reached into the center console of the Jeep, pulled out a black semi-automatic pistol, and pointed it directly at the Disney bus driver.”

What the Bus Camera Shows, According to Police

Police reviewed the bus’s security camera. According to the reporting, they found Charlot pointing a gun at the driver. We haven’t seen the footage, and the report doesn’t describe it beyond that.

Where the Case Stands

Charlot was arrested and is facing an aggravated assault with a firearm charge. He is being held on a $10,000 bond. A charge is an accusation, and it will be up to the court process to determine what happens next.

Quick Reference: Who Said What

Because this story involves several voices, it helps to keep them separate.

• Police and the affidavit: A driver in a white Jeep pointed a gun at a Disney bus, and the vehicle was later found empty at Port Orleans Resort.
• The 911 caller: The driver went to Port Orleans Resort afterward.
• Charlot: He had a handgun in his car but never pointed it at anyone, and he was delivering food.
• The witness: The Jeep driver got out, returned to the Jeep, took out a pistol, and pointed it at the bus driver.
• Police on the camera footage: The bus’s security camera showed Charlot pointing a gun at the driver.

Why the Wording Matters

In a case like this, the difference between words is important. “Arrested” means police took someone into custody. “Charged” means a person is accused of a specific offense. “Allegedly” tells readers that a claim hasn’t been proven. We use these words on purpose, and we’ve kept each account separate so no one’s version is mistaken for a conclusion.

If you read other coverage of this case, look for the same care. The most accurate stories attribute each detail to a source, such as the affidavit, a witness, or the person arrested.

What the Reporting Leaves Out

The reporting doesn’t say whether passengers were on the bus or whether anyone was hurt. It also doesn’t say whether Disney changed anything afterward. We’re not going to guess about any of that.

A Note for Travelers

For guests planning a Walt Disney World trip, the information we have doesn’t point to any change in how Disney transportation operates. If you travel around the resort area by bus or car, following official updates is wise.

A 911 call is how police were alerted in this case. If you ever see something alarming on the road, calling 911 is the right step.

Do you have questions about getting around Walt Disney World safely? Tell us in the comments what you’d like us to cover, and check official sources for updates on this case.