Yorkshire tiger attack victim William Chapman died from multiple traumatic injuries, inquest hears
An inquest has confirmed that William Chapman died from multiple traumatic injuries after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. The hearing also addressed concerns raised by his family regarding his history of schizophrenia and his interactions with mental health services.
Why it matters
The incident highlights critical questions regarding mental health support systems and public safety protocols at wildlife attractions.
William Chapman had a diagnosis of schizophrenia and had experienced previous bouts of psychosis
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William Chapman , who entered a tiger enclosure at a wildlife park on Saturday, died from multiple traumatic injuries, an inquest opening has heard.
The 24-year-old was mauled to death at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster on Saturday.
An initial post-mortem examination recorded multiple traumatic injuries as the cause of his death, the hearing at Doncaster Coroner's Court on Thursday was told.
The inquest heard that Mr Chapman had a history of mental illness and a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
He had experienced previous bouts of psychosis, the hearing was told.
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