A tragic incident unfolded at Safari World in Bangkok, Thailand, as a zookeeper was attacked and killed by lions in front of horrified tourists. The distressing scene was captured as the big cats pounced on the staff member after he left his vehicle in an open enclosure. Witnesses recounted the lions pinning down the keeper, with some attempting to distract the animals by honking car horns to no avail.
Eyewitnesses, including Professor Tavatchai Kanchanarin, described the chilling moment when the lions attacked the zookeeper as he exited his car. The assailant lions were joined by others in the mauling, leaving the victim with severe injuries. Despite onlookers’ efforts to help, the attack continued until zoo officials intervened with guns, causing the lions to retreat into the wilderness.
The brutal attack lasted approximately 15 minutes before the injured zookeeper was rushed to the hospital, where he was tragically pronounced dead. The incident has deeply shocked the public, with no official statement yet released by Bangkok World Safari Park representatives.
A cautionary message circulated on social media, reminding people of the unpredictability of wild animals and the need for caution even with seemingly domesticated creatures. Another user shared concerns about the safety measures at the zoo, recalling observations of staff with open windows in the enclosures during previous visits.
As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of the zookeeper and reflects on the tragic events that unfolded at the wildlife park.
