A man died on Saturday, October 10, after entering the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster in South Yorkshire. Now, the park has revealed what will happen to the tiger.
South Yorkshire Police said they received reports at 1:35 p.m. that a man had entered the tiger enclosure.
“The tiger subsequently attacked the man, resulting in serious injury,” a police spokesperson said.
Medical staff attempted to save the man’s life, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been notified, and the park was evacuated.
Police have not released his identity or explained why he entered the enclosure. He is believed to have been in his 20s, according to reports.
What will happen to the animal?
In a statement shared with LADbible, Yorkshire Wildlife Park said:
“We would like to thank everyone who has expressed their concern following yesterday’s tragic incident.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies remain with the family and loved ones of the man who tragically lost his life.
“The park will be closed today and the staff team who were deeply affected by events will receive specialist support.
“Many, many people have contacted us about Altai, the tiger. We can reassure everyone that he is safe and well and will not be euthanised as a result of this incident.”
Tiger attacked man at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “At 1.35pm today (Saturday October 10) we received reports of a man entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park,” they said yesterday.
“The tiger subsequently attacked the man, resulting in serious injury.
“Emergency services attended and sadly, despite the best efforts of medical personnel, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
“The man’s family is aware and is being supported by specialist officers. Our thoughts are with them at this distressing time.
“Regarding rumours surrounding the condition of the tiger, the animal was uninjured and remained in the enclosure following the incident and there is no wider risk to the public.”
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