A man who died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park has been identified as William Chapman, according to reports. Mr Chapman has been pictured in a number of Instagram images, alongside footage he captured himself before the incident, reports Yorkshire Live.
Mr Chapman, who is believed to be in his mid-20s, was killed by a tiger at the Doncaster attraction on Saturday. The park has remained closed since.
City of Doncaster Council, which is responsible for licensing the park, said yesterday it had begun the health and safety investigation into the incident. Dan Swaine, executive director of place at City of Doncaster Council, said: “As the relevant licensing authority for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, I can confirm that, in line with our statutory duties, the council has launched a health and safety investigation.
“We are also working with multiple agencies, including the police and health agencies, and are supporting the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in response to the incident. At this time, we won’t be commenting further on the individual or the investigation and we ask that the privacy of those involved is respected at this difficult time.”