Incident Details
A worker at Taigan Safari Park in was killed by lions after failing to secure an internal door while cleaning their cage. The park houses about 60 lions across 75 acres.
The has opened a criminal case on possible negligence, though it's unclear whether the park or the worker was at fault.
Context and Reactions
Taigan's owner, Oleg Zubkov, praised the victim, Leokadia Perevalova, as the "soul of the park." This incident marks a tragic event in a park previously scrutinized for safety issues.
Zubkov has faced over 300 legal cases related to fines and charges, often accusing officials of unfair targeting. The park's financial struggles have led to controversial cost-cutting measures.