Man attacked by tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, animal later shot by staff
A visitor jumped into a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park and was mauled before staff shot the animal.
At approximately 1.33 pm, Yorkshire Ambulance Service was dispatched to Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster following a man who entered the tiger enclosure and was attacked. The tiger, after biting the man's back, was shot by park staff using gas canisters and firearms to subdue it. Two land ambulances, a helicopter and a doctor attended the scene, and a substantial police presence was reported.
Visitors, including witness Dominic Ford, were ordered to evacuate and the park was closed for the remainder of the day and the next. The park released a statement confirming the serious incident and emphasizing ongoing cooperation with authorities. No further details on the victim's condition were provided.
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Why it matters
The incident raises concerns about zoo safety protocols and emergency response measures.
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