Exotic Incident #490
Incident Date:
09/20/2002
Location:
Quitman, AR - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Lion
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
Four lions were shot and killed after they were found roaming near a town. It was suspected that the lions belonged to the operator of an exotic farm. However, the operator denied the allegations and maintained that someone dumped the animals.
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