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Man Mauled by Tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park Pictured and Named
Police said Chapman was pronounced dead after entering the tiger enclosure alone, and the council launched a health and safety investigation.
- On Saturday, October 10, William Chapman died after entering the Land of the Tigers enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster. The 30st Amur tiger, Altai, attacked Chapman, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Witnesses observed Chapman 'pacing around' and acting strangely before the incident. A woman 'desperately tried to pull back' the victim as he jumped from a viewing platform, reportedly 'overpowering' her while she was with two children.
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed on the fourth day as investigations continue. The park confirmed Altai is 'safe and well' and will not be euthanized, while staff members are 'deeply affected' by the incident and receiving specialist support.
- South Yorkshire Police and the City of Doncaster Council have launched formal investigations into the incident. Officers remain on-site carrying out enquiries while the licensing authority probes the fatal attack.
- Chapman's family is aware and receiving support from specialist officers. Officials have urged the public not to share distressing footage circulating online, as many individuals contacted the park regarding Altai's welfare.
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Name of man who was killed by tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park revealed
A man who died after entering a tiger enclosure has been named as William Chapman.
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