Exotic Incident #426
Incident Date:
02/11/2002
Location:
Pahrump, NV - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Tiger
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
Animal exhibitor Karl Mitchell shot and killed one of his tigers after the animal became frightened and escaped from his control while being moved to a new residence.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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