Exotic Incident #852

Incident Date:
02/09/2006
Location:
Craig, CO - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human death (HD)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Elk
Animal disposition:

Summary:

A 56-year-old man was killed by a captive elk while attempting to feed the animal.

Action take by Born Free USA:

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