Bangkok Zookeeper Killed by Lions at Safari World

A zookeeper at Safari World in Bangkok was mauled to death by lions in front of horrified visitors after he exited his vehicle and violated safety protocols by leaving his door open and retrieving a dropped item. The attack lasted about 15 minutes, during which several lions joined in the assault while tourists honked and shouted helplessly to scare the animals away. The victim, a 58-year-old experienced caretaker, was rushed to hospital but pronounced dead on arrival. Officials closed the drive-through zone and are investigating how the incident occurred despite safety measures, reviewing the zoo's licenses and protocols. Witnesses initially believed the lions might have been playing due to the zookeeper's familiarity with them, which delayed intervention. The tragedy has raised significant concerns about visitor and staff safety in the safari park, prompting cooperation with authorities for a full investigation.