Zookeeper killed by tiger in Romania during feeding accident

In Romania, a tragic incident unfolded at the Pitești Zoo when a 52-year-old zookeeper was mauled to death by a tiger. The attack occurred during a routine feeding session, and initial reports suggest that the victim ignored multiple safety protocols in place for working with wild animals. Emergency crews pronounced him dead shortly after the attack, highlighting the severity of the injuries he sustained in the incident. Officials expressed deep sorrow over the death, marking it as the first such occurrence at the zoo in 50 years. Following the attack, a temporary suspension of zoo operations was instituted to allow for a thorough investigation into the circumstances.