Overview

• The tiger escaped after severe rains and landslides damaged Parque Animalia in Xicotepec, Puebla.
• The animal, estimated at about 130 kilograms, was the only uncontained specimen after the collapse.
• Local authorities later recovered the tiger deceased, with the mayor reporting it was buried under debris and roots and spotted by a worker.
• Profepa had urged residents not to approach or harm the animal and to report sightings to 911 for routing to the regional C5.
• A search and containment effort involved specialized veterinarians, the Navy (SEMAR), Protección Civil, and state and municipal security, with officials continuing site control and assessments.