Escaped Circus Lion Roams Italian Town, Sparks Debate on Animal Exploitation

Kimba the Lion Tranquilized and Returned to Circus Amid Calls for Ban on Wild Animals in Entertainment

An adult male lion named Kimba escaped from the Rony Roller Circus in Ladispoli, Italy, causing panic as it roamed the town's streets for several hours.
Authorities, including police, firefighters, and vets, launched a major operation to recapture the lion, which was eventually tranquilized and returned to the circus.
Circus owner Rony Vassallo suggested the lion's escape may have been an act of sabotage, as the cage's lock was found broken.
The incident has sparked debate about the use of wild animals in circuses, with many calling for a ban on the practice in Italy.
Ladispoli's Mayor, Alessandro Grando, expressed hope that the incident would raise awareness and lead to an end to the exploitation of animals in circuses.