A man has died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in northern England and being attacked by one of the animals, according to British police.
The incident occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the wildlife park near Doncaster in South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire Police said officers received reports at about 1:35 p.m. that a man had entered the tiger enclosure. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene.
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Despite efforts by medical personnel, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police confirmed that the victim’s family had been informed and was receiving support from specialist officers.
“Our thoughts are with them at this distressing time,” the police said in a statement.
Following the attack, Yorkshire Wildlife Park was evacuated as emergency responders and police officers attended the scene.
Authorities confirmed that the tiger involved in the incident was not injured and remained inside the enclosure. Police also stated that there was no wider threat to members of the public.
The wildlife park announced its closure following what it described as a serious incident involving the tiger enclosure.
In a statement, the management said its emergency response procedures had been activated immediately and that it was cooperating with the authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The safety and wellbeing of our visitors, staff and animals remain our highest priority,” the park said.
The attraction was scheduled to remain closed until Sunday as authorities continued their enquiries.
South Yorkshire Police confirmed that videos appearing to show the incident had circulated on social media.
The force urged members of the public not to share the footage, describing it as distressing.
Authorities have not publicly disclosed the man’s identity or explained the circumstances that led to his entry into the enclosure.
The investigation is expected to establish what happened before the fatal attack.
About Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Yorkshire Wildlife Park began operating in 2009, while its Land of the Tigers attraction opened in 2011.
The attraction features a purpose-built, two-acre reserve for Amur tigers, also known as Siberian tigers, an endangered subspecies.
According to the park, the enclosure includes a raised walkway measuring approximately 300 metres, allowing visitors to observe the animals in a habitat designed to resemble their natural environment.
The park said it was working closely with the relevant authorities following the fatal incident.
Source: AP
Culled by Lawrence Abiona
