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Man Mauled to Death by Tigers in Pakistan Zoo

Unidentified victim found during routine cleaning, zoo shut down for investigation.

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Overview

  • An unidentified man was found mauled to death by tigers in the Sherbagh Zoo in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, after staff noticed a shoe in one of the tiger's mouths.
  • The incident was discovered during routine cleaning, and the zoo has since been shut down for investigation.
  • The victim's identity is unknown, and it is unclear how he entered the enclosure. Officials speculate he may have jumped in from stairs located behind the den.
  • The zoo, operated by Punjab's wildlife department, houses lions, tigers, and hyenas in modern moated enclosures.
  • This incident follows a recent event in India where a zookeeper was mauled to death by a black bear.