Stag Attack: Man Injured in London Park Picnic

A man in his 60s was injured by a stag in Richmond Park, London, while enjoying a picnic on a Saturday evening. Responding paramedics assessed his chest injuries as not life-threatening and transported him to a hospital. Officials from Royal Parks stated that the stag had approached the picnic group, apparently seeking food.

Tragically, the stag was euthanized due to its aggressive behavior, which posed a danger to park visitors. Authorities suspect the deer had become accustomed to associating people with food. Royal Parks reminded the public that deer are wild animals and should not be fed or approached, urging visitors to maintain a safe distance.

Recent warnings have been issued about the dangers of feeding and approaching deer in Richmond and nearby Bushy Parks, following the circulation of videos showing visitors getting too close to the animals. Royal Parks stressed that feeding deer can lead to them losing their natural wariness, creating risks for both humans and wildlife. They advised maintaining at least 50 meters distance and moving away slowly if approached.