Summary
A man in Brazil was killed by a lion after breaking into its enclosure at the Arruda Câmara Zoo Botanical Park. The zoo is investigating the incident, and it remains closed while authorities review security measures.
Key Facts
- The incident happened at a zoo in João Pessoa, Brazil.
- The man, identified as Gerson de Melo Machado, was 19 years old.
- He climbed a 6-meter wall to enter the lion's enclosure.
- The event was captured on a video that circulated on social media.
- The lion will not be euthanized and is receiving care due to stress from the incident.
- Local authorities are investigating, and the zoo is closed temporarily.
- Machado reportedly had a troubled past and once tried to stow away on a plane.
