Man Mauled to Death by Lions After Climbing Zoo Enclosure in Ghana
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- 09 Sep 2022
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A lion mauled to death a man after he entered the wild animal's enclosure at Accra Zoo in Ghana over the weekend, according to local authorities. It was around noon on Sunday, August 28, when patrolling security guards noticed the intruder climbing over a tall fence in an attempt to enter the said enclosure, which includes a lion, a lioness, and two lion cubs. The exact motive of the entry is still unknown.
The authorities have conducted an investigation into the incident, including the objective of the victim, which has been reported to be a middle-aged man. While the probe is underway, unconfirmed reports indicate that the man was allegedly attempting to steal a lion cub or two in the zoo. Following the intrusion, the incident highlights lack of security measures or structural quality in the zoo industry.
Lions are one of the top animal attractions at Accra Zoo, located in the Achimota Forest in Ghana's capital city of Accra. The zoo houses a collection of other wild animals, including crocodiles, monkeys, camels, and large tortoises. While lion attacks are relatively rare, they do happen in the wild and even inside animal zoos and sanctuaries, which is manifested by the recent incident at the zoo.
Meanwhile, such attacks are not uncommon in areas where there is a close proximity between lion habitats and human settlements. In Africa, a number incidents involve lions attacking hunters, tourists, or even individuals in their own residential area. In particular, African lion attacks in the continent have ranged from hundreds to several thousand within decades. Read More...
