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Caretaker killed by tiger at wildlife preserve in southeastern Oklahoma
Ryan Easley, 37, died after a tiger attack during a public performance, prompting cancellation of all tours and renewed calls by PETA to end wild animal exhibitions.
- Ryan Easley, a wildlife caretaker, was fatally injured in a tiger-related incident at a big cat sanctuary located close to Hugo, Oklahoma, on September 20, 2025.
- The incident happened while Easley was tending to his animals, prompting the preserve in Hugo to suspend tours and animal interactions indefinitely.
- The preserve described Easley as a passionate advocate who formed deep connections with the animals, calling the accident a painful reminder of nature’s unpredictability.
- Joseph Maldonado, known as Joe Exotic, acknowledged Easley’s passing, while PETA criticized the preserve’s practices and called for wild animal exhibitors to end direct human interactions.
- Following the tragedy, Growler Pines requested privacy for Easley’s family, set up a GoFundMe for support, and offered refunds on all upcoming tours.
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