Exotic Incident #255
Incident Date:
11/23/1999
Location:
Wayne County, MO - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Lion
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
A “pet” lion, chained at the “owner’s” home, attacked a 5-year-old boy. The boy received puncture wounds on his throat and head. The lion was recaptured and euthanized.
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