A Disneyland outdoor vending cast member was arrested in connection with an explosion involving dry ice at the Anaheim theme park that led to an evacuation and bomb squad investigation.
The explosion, possibly caused by dry ice in a water bottle, led to an evacuation Tuesday afternoon of the park's Toontown area.
Police identified the suspect as 22-year-old Christian Barnes, of Long Beach. He was booked on suspicion of possessing a destructive device, according to Anaheim police.
The suspect indicated the explosion was "an isolated incident with unanticipated impacts," according to a police news release.
Barnes is being held on $1 million bail.
"We take matters like this very seriously and are working closely with local authorities," said Suzi Brown, director of media relations and external communications for Disneyland Resort.
Visitors at the park described the explosion as sounding like a gun shot and "loud boom." Disneyland employees then escorted visitors from the area.
No injuries were reported. Toontown reopened late Tuesday.
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