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Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo posed for photo with animal before climbing into enclosure, say witnesses
The Independent • • world
Key Points:
- A man was killed after climbing into a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, having posed for a photo with the tiger in the background before entering the pen.
- Emergency services, including air ambulances, responded quickly, and shots were fired into the air to distract the tiger, which was unharmed during the incident.
- Witnesses reported the man appeared to be psyching himself up and dancing while listening to music through AirPods before entering the enclosure alone.
- Police are investigating the incident, have informed the man's family, and have urged the public not to share distressing footage; there is no wider risk to the public.
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park has closed the park temporarily, activated emergency procedures, and is cooperating fully with authorities to determine the circumstances of the incident.
