In a shocking incident at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, Uriel Nuri, head of the carnivores team, tragically died after a leopard escaped from its enclosure and attacked him. The event unfolded during a special "behind-the-scenes tour" for visitors on Friday morning, leading to a significant response from both the zoo and local authorities.
Tragic Incident at Jerusalem Zoo: Worker Killed by Escaped Leopard
Tragic Incident at Jerusalem Zoo: Worker Killed by Escaped Leopard
A zoo employee loses his life following a leopard attack during a visitor tour in Jerusalem.
The incident raised urgent questions about the safety protocols at the zoo, which is currently closed to the public as investigations begin. Nuri, 36, was critically injured and rushed to Hadassah University Hospital-Ein Kerem, where efforts to save him were unsuccessful. The zoo has expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasizing the overwhelming pain felt by staff and reaching out to support Nuri's family during this very difficult time.
The leopard, which was preparing for enrichment activities, managed to breach its enclosure and enter an inner courtyard, where it attacked Nuri. Fortunately, visitors were secured behind a glass window and were not in danger. The zoo, alongside Israeli police, is conducting a thorough investigation to determine how the leopard escaped, with initial reports suggesting that a cage door may have become loose.
This tragic episode follows a previous incident last year, where a crocodile was shot after injuring a worker. The 62-acre zoo is committed to housing biblical animals and endangered species from around the world. As mourning continues, the community reflects on the importance of safety in the care of wildlife.
The leopard, which was preparing for enrichment activities, managed to breach its enclosure and enter an inner courtyard, where it attacked Nuri. Fortunately, visitors were secured behind a glass window and were not in danger. The zoo, alongside Israeli police, is conducting a thorough investigation to determine how the leopard escaped, with initial reports suggesting that a cage door may have become loose.
This tragic episode follows a previous incident last year, where a crocodile was shot after injuring a worker. The 62-acre zoo is committed to housing biblical animals and endangered species from around the world. As mourning continues, the community reflects on the importance of safety in the care of wildlife.
