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Leopard Tranquilized, Captured After Escaping Exhibit Due to Human Error, a South Carolina Zoo Says
Officials said the critically endangered Amur leopard was tranquilized after leaving its enclosure, and the zoo remained closed while staff investigated.
- On Thursday, Irina, a four-year-old Amur leopard, escaped her exhibit at the Greenville Zoo in South Carolina, prompting temporary closure of the zoo and nearby Cleveland Park.
- The Greenville Zoo attributed the escape to "human error," and emergency teams successfully tranquilized Irina at approximately 9:20 a.m. before transporting her back to the secured leopard den.
- Greenville Police and Greenville Fire Department established a perimeter to maintain public safety, while staff evacuated guests to strategic locations and confirmed the leopard remained within the fenced property.
- Zoo staff confirmed that Irina is currently under observation, and the facility remains closed today to allow personnel to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.
- As an AZA-accredited facility, the Greenville Zoo will review its safety protocols, with leadership expressing confidence the team will learn from the incident and strive for excellence.
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