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Escaped tiger shot by German police after attacking man

Escaped tiger shot by German police after attacking man

Summary

A tiger escaped from a private enclosure near Leipzig, Germany, and attacked a 73-year-old keeper before police shot and killed the animal. The tiger belonged to Carmen Zander, known as Germany's "Tiger Queen," who keeps several big cats at her site.

Key Facts

  • A 73-year-old man was seriously injured by a tiger inside its enclosure.
  • Police shot and killed the escaped tiger to prevent further danger.
  • The enclosure is privately owned by Carmen Zander, called the "Tiger Queen."
  • Eight big cats are kept at the site near Schkeuditz, close to Leipzig.
  • No other animals escaped, and a drone search is planned to secure the area.
  • Local officials urge relocation of the other animals for safety reasons.
  • Residents expressed concern about the animals’ living conditions.
  • Animal rights group Peta called for stricter laws on private ownership of wild animals.
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