Woman Arrested at Disney World for Assault During Restaurant Dispute
Disney World guest arrested after allegedly throwing glasses of water over resort restaurant seating dispute

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Leslie Helen Varley, 57, was arrested at Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort after allegedly throwing water glasses and grabbing a manager's name tag during a seating dispute at Steakhouse 71. She faces multiple charges, including battery and robbery by sudden snatching.
- 01The incident occurred on May 19, 2023, at Steakhouse 71 in Disney's Contemporary Resort.
- 02Varley allegedly threw three glasses of water at restaurant manager John Kevin Ortiz and grabbed his name tag.
- 03She was charged with two counts of battery, robbery by sudden snatching, and criminal mischief.
- 04No visible injuries were reported by the managers involved, and both declined medical treatment.
- 05Varley claimed her actions were prompted by a comment about her disabled daughter.
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Leslie Helen Varley, a 57-year-old woman, was arrested at Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort following an altercation over seating arrangements at Steakhouse 71. The incident began when a large party, which Varley was part of, became upset upon learning they could not be seated together. Restaurant manager Jessica Lee Brunk attempted to address the situation, but Varley allegedly grabbed her by the shoulders and threw three glasses of water at another manager, John Kevin Ortiz. Varley then snatched Ortiz's Disney name tag before leaving the restaurant. Deputies reported that Varley admitted to throwing the glasses and taking the name tag, stating she wanted to photograph it due to her frustration. She was charged with two counts of battery, one count of robbery by sudden snatching, and one count of criminal mischief, with a total damage of less than $200. Varley received a trespass warning from the property.
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The incident highlights issues of guest behavior at popular tourist destinations, potentially affecting the reputation of Disney World.
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