Exotic Incident #28

Incident Date:
04/17/1993
Location:
Little Rock, AR - USA
Facility Name:
Jordan Brothers Circus
Facility Type:
Circus (C)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Siberian Tiger
Animal disposition:

Summary:

A Siberian tiger with Jordan Brothers Circus escaped into the stands during a Shrine-sponsored circus performance. A 13-year-old girl was bitten, with seven puncture wounds on back of her leg.

Action take by Born Free USA:

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