Man killed by tiger in England after entering enclosure at wildlife park
Reported by CBS News
Police said a man died Saturday after going into a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park and being attacked by an animal.
The tiger was unharmed and stayed inside the enclosure, according to police.
The park was evacuated following the incident. Officers remained there Saturday night while they investigated.
The attraction, which opened in 2011, is a two-acre reserve for endangered Amur tigers. Visitors can view the animals from a raised walkway, the park says.
Police have not provided further details about the man or how he entered the enclosure. The investigation is ongoing.
Key points
- A man died after entering the tiger enclosure and being attacked.
- The tiger was not injured and remained in the enclosure.
- The park was evacuated as police investigated.