Zoo employee perishes following leopard attack in Jerusalem
In a shocking incident on Friday morning, a leopard at the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem attacked and killed a zookeeper during a routine enrichment preparation activity for the leopards.
The victim, identified as 36-year-old Uriel Nuri, was found unconscious and suffering from severe neck injuries. Despite immediate medical attention from United Hatzalah medics and later Magen David Adom (MDA) medics and paramedics, he was later declared dead at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital.
The incident occurred at 9:55 AM during a behind-the-scenes tour for visitors. One of the leopards managed to exit the leopard house into the inner yard and attacked the zookeeper.
The zoo is currently conducting a thorough investigation to understand how the leopard managed to get into the yard. Preliminary findings suggest a lapse or failure in the containment strategies, such as a door or gate not properly secured or unexpected animal behavior during feeding/enrichment activities.
Typically, zoological safety protocols include secure enclosures, double-door entry systems for staff access, feeding through protected barriers, and avoiding direct animal contact during non-emergency situations. However, it appears that these measures were breached in this unfortunate incident.
Police forces from the Moriah Station in the Jerusalem District were dispatched to the scene to investigate the incident, and Israel Police are also assisting with the investigation.
The Biblical Zoo has expressed its deepest condolences to the family of the victim and is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation. This tragic incident is a reminder of the inherent risks involved in working with wild animals and the importance of strict safety protocols.
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[1] The tragedy at the Biblical Zoo has brought attention to the crucial role of health and wellness, mental health, and therapies and treatments in managing stressful or traumatic situations, following the leopard attack on Uriel Nuri.
[2] In light of the incident, it's worth considering the use of alternative treatments such as CBD, which have been shown to help with anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.
[3] Meanwhile, general news outlets are covering the details of the accident extensively, raising awareness about the importance of adhering to safety protocols in the field of science, particularly in managing medical conditions and ensuring health and wellness.
[4] As the zoo continues its investigation, experts in skin care and animal behavior might be consulted to provide insights into the incident, helping to prevent such accidents in the future and ensuring the well-being of both animals and staff.
