Exotic Incident #255

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Location:
Wayne County, MO - USA
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Incident Date:
23/11/1999
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Summary:

A “pet” lion, chained at the “owner’s” home, attacked a 5-year-old boy. The boy received puncture wounds on his throat and head. The lion was recaptured and euthanized.