Safari World Bangkok Lion Attack Leaves Keeper Dead
Incident occurred during a routine feeding shift.
Supervisor left vehicle door open, allowing lion to approach.
Lion attacked keeper from behind; three to four lions joined, mauling him for 15 minutes.
Zoo officials fired guns to disperse lions.
Drive-in zone closed until safety is assured.
Authorities investigate zoo's lion licenses with Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation and Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species.
Edwin Wiek from Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand expressed condolences.
6 days ago