Wildlife park remains closed after fatal tiger attack
Summary
A wildlife park in Yorkshire is closed after a man climbed into a tiger enclosure and was killed by a tiger. The park and police are supporting the man’s family and providing help to staff affected by the incident.Key Facts
- The incident happened at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
- A man entered the Amur tiger enclosure around 1:30 pm on Saturday.
- Witnesses saw the man climb over barriers and lie in front of the tiger before the attack.
- Emergency services were called immediately, but the man died at the scene.
- The tiger named Altai remains in the enclosure and will not be put down.
- Staff at the park were deeply affected and are receiving specialist support.
- The park is closed for the rest of the weekend while authorities investigate.
- Police are supporting the man’s family and asked the public not to share videos of the attack.
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