Key Facts

• The incident happened at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster in South Yorkshire.
• The man entered the tiger enclosure and was attacked, suffering serious injuries.
• Police arrived quickly and are contacting the man’s family.
• The tiger stayed inside the enclosure and there is no danger to the public.
• The zoo was evacuated and will remain closed for the day following the incident.
• Emergency procedures were activated immediately, with ambulances, air ambulance, and a doctor attending.
• The zoo is working with authorities to understand what happened.
• Police ask people not to share videos of the attack online because they are distressing.