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Park Reopens After Fatal Tiger Encounter
16 Oct
Summary
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park reopened Friday after a fatal tiger incident.
- The victim, William Chapman, had a history of mental illness.
- The tiger, Altai, is safe and will not be euthanized.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park reopened on Friday, a week after a fatal incident occurred within the 'Land of the Tiger' enclosure. William Chapman, 24, was pronounced dead on Saturday following an attack by an Amur tiger named Altai. The park remained closed following the event, but has since reopened after consultations with relevant authorities.
An inquest into Mr. Chapman's death opened on Thursday. The hearing revealed details of his mental health history, including a diagnosis of schizophrenia, and raised concerns from his family regarding his recent contact with mental health services. City of Doncaster Council, responsible for the park's licensing, is conducting a health and safety investigation.
The park has confirmed that Altai, the tiger involved in the mauling, is safe and well, and will not be euthanized. The 'Land of the Tiger' exhibit, where the incident took place, has also been reopened to the public.
