Exotic Incident #1375
Incident Date:
04/09/2010
Location:
Wilkes-Barre, PA - USA
Facility Name:
Irem Shrine Circus
Facility Type:
Circus (C)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human death (HD)
Species:
Elephants
Animal:
Elephant
Animal disposition:
Other
Summary:
Elephant is startled and kicks trainer. Trainer dies at scene. Elephant was part of the Irem Shrine Circus but not performing at the time of the incident. Police Lt. Steven Olshefski said the investigation is being conducted by Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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