The parents of a toddler killed by an alligator at Disney World released a statement Saturday morning.
Lane Graves, 2, was snatched off a Walt Disney World beach by an alligator and dragged underwater.
A dive team found Graves' body on Wednesday. The toddler died because of drowning and traumatic injuries, the Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office said Thursday.
“Melissa and I continue to deal with the loss of our beloved boy, Lane, and are overwhelmed with the support and love we have received from family and friends in our community as well as from around the country. We understand the public’s interest, but as we move forward this weekend, we ask for and appreciate the privacy we need to lay our son to rest. Neither Melissa, myself or anyone from our family will be speaking publicly; we simply cannot at this time.”
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Walt Disney World is taking action following the tragic accident.
Workers began installing a fence around Seven Seas Lagoon Friday.
Signs warning of alligators and snakes were also being posted.
Disney also released the following statement Friday:
"We are installing signage and temporary barriers at our resort beach locations and are working on permanent, long-term solutions at our beaches. We continue to evaluate processes and procedures for our entire property, and, as part of this, we are reinforcing training with our Cast for reporting sightings and interactions with wildlife and are expanding our communication to Guests on this topic.
- Jacquee Wahler, Vice President, Walt Disney World Resort"
