Exotic Incident #1963
Incident Date:
06/23/2013
Location:
Center Point, IN - USA
Facility Name:
Exotic Feline Rescue Center
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Tiger
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A handler named Melissa Dub at the Exotic Feline Rescue Center was mauled by an 18-year old tiger named Raja while she was cleaning his cage. The handler was listed in critical condition. The USDA is investigating the incident.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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