Exotic Incident #57
Incident Date:
12/29/1994
Location:
Scottsbluff, NE - USA
Facility Name:
Riverside Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Leopard
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A leopard attacked a zookeeper at the Riverside Zoo, causing serious injuries to the woman’s throat, face, and chest.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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