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Lions Kill Longtime Keeper at Bangkok's Safari World in Front of Tourists

The zookeeper, with 30 years of experience, exited his vehicle against strict safety rules, leading to a 15-minute fatal attack by lions witnessed by tourists.

  • A zookeeper, Jian Rangkharasamee, was killed by lions at Safari World in Bangkok on September 10, as he exited his vehicle to feed them, according to Nation Thailand.
  • The lions mauled Jian for about 15 minutes before another keeper rescued him, but he died later at the hospital, as reported by the Bangkok Post.
  • Officials confirmed that the drive-through area will remain closed until safety measures are revised, as indicated by the Department of National Parks.
  • An autopsy revealed that Jian suffered multiple severe injuries, including a broken neck and torn windpipe.
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