Disney World Gate Meth Bust: Kentucky Woman Arrested
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On a busy May afternoon outside Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, 37-year-old Brandi Asher of London, Kentucky was taken into custody after theme park security intercepted a suspicious tin in her purse. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office report obtained by TMZ, a security guard at Disney’s main entrance discovered what appeared to be a pen-like device and several small plastic packets containing a white powder. The guard alerted a nearby deputy, who conducted a field test that returned positive for methamphetamine.
Disney security logs show the incident occurred on May 14, when park attendance peaked above 55,000 visitors. The guard reported Asher claimed the substances were “goodies” and part of a headache treatment she received from an unnamed man at the Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa, where she was staying with family. Investigators noted the improvised straw device could be used to inhale powdered drugs, intensifying concerns about public safety in a high-traffic zone.
Deputies wrote in their affidavit that after the positive field test, Asher was formally arrested and charged with controlled substance possession. Booking records list her at the Orange County Jail under a $2,500 bond. In early June, Asher pleaded not guilty. Her attorney declined to comment on the case, citing ongoing legal strategy. No prior Florida arrests appeared in Asher’s criminal history, according to public court databases.
Under Florida Statute 893.13, possession of methamphetamine is a third-degree felony carrying up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Prosecutors must now decide whether to pursue trial or negotiate a plea. With Disney World’s strict zero-tolerance policy for illicit substances, the park has cooperated fully with law enforcement; security director statements confirm annual training on spotting contraband and coordinating with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
While park authorities report fewer than a dozen drug-related arrests each year, experts say high visitor volume can strain screening procedures. The National Association of Police Organizations notes that meth seizures at tourist hotspots have risen by 12 percent nationwide over the past two years, underscoring the challenges faced by major leisure destinations.
This case raises questions about guest safety protocols and the legal process for out-of-state visitors charged in Florida. Asher maintains she believed the items were left behind at her hotel room and inadvertently carried them to the park. Her defense team is expected to examine security footage and hotel records to determine exactly when and how the contraband entered her possession.
Stay tuned for court hearing dates and potential evidence releases. More updates will follow as this story develops.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ
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