Shocking! Tourist mauled by three tigers
Would you ever dare climb into a tiger enclosure during feeding time?
A tourist has allegedly been mauled to death by three tigers in front of his wife and child, witnesses say.
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However, there are conflicting reports after witnesses say the man was rushed to hospital... so it's unclear whether he survived the attack or not.
The visitor reportedly climbed into the enclosure and walked towards the animals as they were being fed, and as he approached them, the tigers launched at the man, leaving him in agony as they sunk their paws into him.
Horrific footage shows the tigers launching at the man and repeatedly mauling him.
According to a TV channel, the one tiger was shot dead after attempts at frightening it away with firecrackers and water canons failed.
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Let me ask you this: When someone climbs into a wild animal enclosure, is it right for the animal to be shot dead when it attacks the human?
Take a look at the disturbing footage below:
Warning: Some viewers may find this footage disturbing.