Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo had bouts of psychosis, inquest hears
An inquest has opened into the death of a 24-year-old man who was killed by a tiger after entering an enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. The man had a history of schizophrenia, and his family has raised concerns regarding his prior contact with mental health services.
Why it matters
The case highlights potential gaps in mental health support systems and raises questions about safety protocols at public wildlife attractions.
Chapman’s family said ‘William was a bright, warm and engaging young man’. Photograph: South Yorkshire police/PA Chapman’s family said ‘William was a bright, warm and engaging young man’. Photograph: South Yorkshire police/PA Mental health Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire zoo had bouts of psychosis, inquest hears Family express concerns about William Chapman’s contact with mental health services before his death
Prefer the Guardian on Google A man who was killed by a tiger at a South Yorkshire zoo had bouts of psychosis, his family told an inquest opening, as they expressed concerns about his contact with mental health services before his death.
William Chapman was mauled to death by the animal at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster on Saturday, after climbing into its enclosure.
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