Overview
- The victim was identified by local police as Jian Rangkharasamee, a 58-year-old supervisor with nearly three decades at Safari World.
- Witnesses said tourists honked vehicle horns and shouted in an unsuccessful attempt to deter the animals.
- Authorities and zoo staff secured the five lions involved, part of a population of 32 at the facility.
- Safari World Plc issued condolences, said no prior fatal incidents had occurred at the park, and announced an internal inquiry.
- PETA called for the lions to be relocated to a sanctuary and urged broader scrutiny of captive-wildlife practices.