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UPDATED Oct 13, 2026 at 9:06 AM ET
Oct 10, 2026 at 1:06 PM ET
Man killed in tiger attack identified as William Chapman
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
South Yorkshire Police identified the man killed by a tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park as William Chapman. Police said Chapman entered the animal’s enclosure shortly after 13:30 BST on Saturday and was pronounced dead at the scene. The park was evacuated and remains closed while investigations continue.
WHO: South Yorkshire Police identified the victim as William Chapman.
WHAT: William Chapman was killed by a tiger after entering its enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park.
WHEN: Oct 10, 2026
WHERE: Yorkshire Wildlife Park, near Doncaster, United Kingdom
WHY: Police said Chapman entered the tiger enclosure; the reason he did so was not reported.
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