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A new fence blocks the beach at Disney resort where gator struck

Photos: Tharin White

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Photos: Tharin White
By Jennifer Brett
June 18, 2016

Workers have installed a fence blocking the beach at the Disney resort where an alligator fatally attacked a 2-year-old.

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Graphic designer Tharin White posted a number of photos and tagged media outlets to alert attention to the overhaul happening at the Grand Floridian, where 2-year-old Lane Graves was attacked Tuesday night while playing along the water's edge.

Lane's remains were discovered Wednesday afternoon.

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The remains of 2-year-old discovered after alligator attack

Here’s where Lane Graves was standing when the gator struck 

Autopsy complete on Lane Graves’ remains

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