Exotic Incident #96
Incident Date:
03/05/1996
Location:
Comfort, TX - USA
Facility Name:
King Royal Circus
Facility Type:
Circus (C)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Elephants
Animal:
Elephant
Animal disposition:
Summary:
Two elephants giving rides from the King Royal Circus were scheduled to race down Highway 473 carrying riders from a local high school. Before the race began, one rider fell off an elephant’s back and suffered two broken ribs and arm and wrist injuries. Trainers moved the elephant away to avoid further injuries. Race continued when another rider volunteered and both riders took turns riding the second elephant.
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